Question

The number of $1^0$, $2^0$ and $3^0$ alcoholic groups in Mannitol or Sorbitol are:

• A. 2, 4 and 0
• B. 1, 4 and 0
• C. 2, 2 and 0
• D. 2, 1 and 1

Answer 1

The correct option is A 2, 4 and 0

Hence in Mannitol, there are two primary and four secondary alcoholic groups.