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Indicate which pair of sugars consist of epimers
(A). D-glucose and D-mannose
(B). D-Ribose and D-ribulose
(C). D-galactose and D-glucose
(D). D-glyceraldehyde and Dihydroxyacetone
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Classic carbohydrate epimer check:
Glucose and Mannose differ only at C-2.
Glucose and Galactose differ only at C-4.
Both pairs are classic examples of epimers.
Updated On: Jul 31, 2026
  • (B) and (D)
  • (A) and (C)
  • (A) and (D)
  • (C) and (D)
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The Correct Option is B

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