Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of D-Glucopyranose (CAS: 58367-01-4)?
Answer
D-Glucopyranose is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 182.16 g/mol. It is highly soluble in water and has a slight sweetness, similar to glucose. Chemically, it is less reactive than D-glucose but can participate in various chemical reactions such as esterification and reduction. It is known for its chiral nature, with the (R)-enantiomer being the biologically active form.
About
CAS No
58367-01-4
English Name
D-Glucopyranose
Molecular Formula
C6H12O6
Molecular Weight
180.16 g/mol
SMILES
C([C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C(O1)O)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
WQZGKKKJIJFFOK-GASJEMHNSA-N
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