Description:4,6-O-benzylidene-D-glucopyranose is a carbohydrate derivative characterized by the presence of a benzylidene group at the 4 and 6 positions of the glucopyranose ring. This compound is typically a white to off-white crystalline solid, exhibiting solubility in organic solvents such as methanol and ethanol, while being less soluble in water due to its hydrophobic benzylidene substituents. The presence of the benzylidene group enhances its stability and can influence its reactivity, making it useful in various organic synthesis applications, particularly in glycoside formation and as a protecting group in carbohydrate chemistry. The compound's structure allows for potential interactions with biological systems, which may be of interest in medicinal chemistry and drug design. Additionally, it may exhibit specific optical activity due to its chiral nature, which is a common characteristic of sugars and their derivatives. Overall, 4,6-O-benzylidene-D-glucopyranose serves as an important intermediate in the synthesis of more complex carbohydrate-based molecules.
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