The optical rotation of the α− form of a pyranose is +150.7∘, that of the β form is +52.8∘. In solution an equilibrium mixture of the anomers has an optical rotation of +80.2∘. The percentage of the α− form at equilibrium is
A
28%
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B
32%
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C
68%
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D
72%
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Solution
The correct option is A28% x(150.7∘)+(100−x)(52.8∘)=100×80.2⇒x=28%