Are $\alpha-D-$glucose and $\beta-D-$glucose enantiomers? Explain.

Why do we prefer low values for $\alpha$ and $\beta$ ?

Write formulas for $\alpha$-aminobutyric acid and $\beta$-aminobutyric acid.

Draw the structures of the individual mutarotating $\alpha$ and $\beta$ anomers of maltose.

Define each of the following terms:

Hamada equation; unlevered beta

What is the relationship between the plant pigment beta-carotene and vitamin A?

Write the equation in the form $y=$ $b+m x$, and identify the values of $b$ and $m$.

$$y=\beta-\frac{x}{\alpha}$$

Explain the main differences between alpha, beta, and gamma decay.

Explain how scientists ensured Beta-carotene was produced in the endosperm:

Find the energy emitted in the $\beta^{-}$decay of ${ }^{60} \mathrm{Co}$ .

Draw the structure of the dipeptide $\beta$-alanylhistidine, also known as carnosine.

Describe the radioactive disintegrations known as alpha, beta, and gamma decay.

Describe the relative penetrating powers of alpha, beta and gamma radiation.

Describe the similarities and differences between atomic electrons and beta particles.