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Number of possible stereoisomers of glucose and fructose.

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To find the number of possible stereoisomers for glucose and fructose, we need to identify the number of chiral (asymmetric) carbon atoms in each molecule and then apply the formula for calculating stereoisomers. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Stereoisomers**: - Stereoisomers are compounds that have the same molecular formula and connectivity of atoms but differ in the spatial arrangement of their atoms. - The number of stereoisomers can be calculated using the formula: \[ ...
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