Explain the difference between a Fisher projection and a Haworth projection.
A) Fischer projections illustrate the cyclic form, whereas Haworth projections represent the linear form.
B) The Haworth projection illustrates the six-membered rings, whereas the Fischer projection represents the five-membered rings.
C) Haworth projections illustrate the cyclic form, whereas Fischer projections represent the linear form.
D) Fischer projections show the boat conformation, whereas Haworth projections show the chair conformation.

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Fischer projections represent linear forms in a two-dimensional manner, whereas Haworth projections display cyclic forms of sugars (typically with six-membered rings).

Explain the Difference Between a Fisher Projection and a Haworth