What percentage of β−D−(+)− glucopyranose is found at equilibrium in the aqueous solution?
A
64 %
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B
36 %
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C
100 %
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D
50 %
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Solution
The correct option is A64 % 64 % of β−D−(+)− glucopyranose is found at equilibrium in the aqueous solution. 36 % of α−D−(+)− glucopyranose is found at equilibrium in the aqueous solution.
In aqueous solution, a dynamic equilibrium is established between the α- and β-glucopyranose structures. The equilibrium mixture of glucose at room temperature consists of about 36% of the α-anomer and 64% of the β-anomer. There is only a negligible amount of the open chain form.