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What is the R and S configuration for each stereogenic centre in this sugar from top to bottom ?

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A) R,R,S

B) R,S,S

C) R,S,R

D) S,S,R

Answer:

Option C

Explanation:

From priority arrangements we can see that carbon 1 has R, carbon 2 has S and carbon 3 has R configuration

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