Consider the -D-pyranose forms of glucose and talose (Fig. 24.3). Suggest one reason why talose contains a

Consider the β-D-pyranose forms of glucose and talose (Fig. 24.3). Suggest one reason why talose contains a smaller fraction of β-pyranose form than glucose.

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