Chapter 25, Problem 25.12P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The Fischer projections of L-ribose and L-arabinose has to be drawn.

Concept Introduction:

In L-ribose and L-arabinose, the L stands for levorotatory.  In laevorotatory form the $\text{–OH}$ group present in the penultimate carbon is located at left side of the carbon atom.

The two dimensional structures of the carbohydrates is known as Fischer projection structures.