Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation: The four stereogenic centers in sorbitol are to be labeled as
Concept introduction: The stereogenic centers with
(b)
Interpretation: The relation between sorbitol and A is to be stated.
Concept introduction: The stereogenic centers with
(c)
Interpretation: The relation between sorbitol and B is to be stated.
Concept introduction: The stereogenic centers with
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