D-Ribofuranose is a naturally occurring sugar and an important pentose monosaccharide, primarily found in RNA (ribonucleic acid). It is characterized by its five-membered furanose ring structure, which is formed from the linear form of ribose through the cyclization of its aldehyde group. This sugar plays a crucial role in various biological processes, including the synthesis of nucleotides and nucleic acids. D-Ribofuranose is a colorless, crystalline solid that is soluble in water, reflecting its polar nature due to the presence of multiple hydroxyl (-OH) groups. Its molecular formula is C5H10O5, and it exhibits stereoisomerism, with specific configurations at its chiral centers. The compound is essential for cellular metabolism and is involved in the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) and other vital biomolecules. Additionally, D-Ribofuranose can participate in various biochemical reactions, including phosphorylation and glycosylation, further underscoring its significance in biochemistry and molecular biology.

D-Ribofuranose

15397-16-7: a-D-Ribofuranose, 1,2,3,5-tetra-O-benzoyl-2-C-methyl-alpha-D-ribofuranose

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CAS 15397-16-7: D-Ribofuranose

Cmc-methyl-α-D-ribofuranosetetrabenzoate

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