Chapter 16.8, Problem 14P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

An explanation for the use of trace amount of acid used in the formation of an $N\text{-}$ glycoside has to be given.

Concept Introduction:

A $N\text{-}$ glycoside is prepared by the reaction of a monosaccharide with an amine (base) in the presence of catalytic or traces amount of acid.

Amination reaction: Amination is the process by which an amine group is introduced into an organic molecule.

Glycoside formation: carbohydrates react with an alcohol in acid which produce both anomers acetals are formed, if alkoxy group points down then it is α, alkoxy group points up then it is β.