C7H12O5

C7H12O5 is the molecular formula for several isomers, meaning different chemical compounds can share this same formula. One common compound with this formula is 2,6-anhydro-D-mannitol. This is a cyclic sugar alcohol that is structurally related to mannitol and sorbitol. It is derived from the dehydration of D-mannitol. Another possible compound is glucuronolactone, also known as gluconolactone. This is a naturally occurring lactone of glucuronic acid. It is found in many plants and is a component of connective tissues in animals. It is sometimes used as a dietary supplement, although its efficacy is debated. Other less common isomers may also exist, each with unique physical and chemical properties depending on their specific arrangement of atoms. The identification of the specific isomer of C7H12O5 requires detailed analytical methods such as spectroscopy.