Question

explain the chiral nature of carbon atom in carbohydrates

Answer 1

The four groups of atoms attached to the carbon atom can be arranged in space in two different ways that are mirror images of each other, and which lead to so-called left-handed and right-handed versions of the same molecule. Molecules that cannot be superimposed on their own mirror image are said to be chiral like mirror image.
An asymmetric carbon atom (chiral carbon) is a carbon atom that is attached to four different types of atoms or groups of atoms.

Answer 2

Explanation:

An asymmetric carbon atom (chiral carbon) is a carbon atom that is attached to four different types of atoms or groups of atoms. ... Molecules that cannot be superimposed on their own mirror image are said to be chiral like mirror image