Question

In the given Fischer Projection, which group is oriented toward you?

• A. Hydroxyl
• B. Carboxylic
• C. Ethyl
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Hydroxyl

In the given Fischer Projection, hydroxyl groups are oriented toward you. Carboxylic and ethyl groups are oriented away from you.
Note:
In a Fischer Projection, the vertical lines are oriented away from you and the horizontal lines are oriented toward you.