Chapter 4, Problem 4.67P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The more stable chair conformation of $\text{β-D-glucopyranose}$ is to be drawn.

Concept introduction:

For substituted cyclohexane, the isomer having substituents at equatorial position is most stable. Preferably, the bulkier groups are more stable at equatorial position than axial due to reduced $\text{1-3}$ diaxial butane gauche interaction.