Chapter 23.4, Problem 23.11P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The information regarding the isomerisation of carbonyl group in $\text{D}-\text{galactose}$ from $\text{C}1$ to $\text{C}2$ in dilute basic medium is given. The furanose structure of the product formed is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The isomers that differ in configuration about one the carbon that is asymmetric in nature are known as epimers.

To determine: The furanose structure of the product formed after the isomerisation of carbonyl group in $\text{D}-\text{galactose}$ from $\text{C}1$ to $\text{C}2$ in dilute basic medium.