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Question
How many stereoisomers are possible for a 2-ketohexose?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
With 3 chiral centers, the number of stereoisomers is 2^n = 2^3 = 8 stereoisomers (4 pairs of enantiomers).
Hint
How many stereoisomers for 3 chiral centers?