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Write the number of chiral carbon atoms present in fructose.

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Write the number of chiral carbon atoms present in fructose.

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3 chiral carbon atoms are present in fructose.

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Chapter 14: Biomolecules - Very Short Answer Questions

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SCERT Maharashtra Chemistry [English] 12 Standard HSC
Chapter 14 Biomolecules
Very Short Answer Questions | Q 6

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