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What is the role of the hydroxyl group at C-5 in glucose's ring formation?

Options

  1. AIt forms a ketone group.
  2. BIt forms a hemiacetal with the aldehyde group.
  3. CIt participates in ring closure.
  4. DIt is responsible for reducing properties.

Correct answer

C. It participates in ring closure.

Step-by-step solution

The hydroxyl group at C-5 is involved in ring formation when glucose undergoes cyclization.

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