aldohexose

[US]/ˈældoʊˌhɛk.soʊs/
[UK]/alˈdoʊˌheksəʊs/

Translation

n.A type of sugar with an aldehyde group and six carbon atoms.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

aldohexose sugar

aldohexoses in biology

aldohexose metabolism

study of aldohexoses

aldohexose structure

aldohexose isomers

examples of aldohexoses

Example Sentences

the aldohexose is an important sugar in biological systems.

glucose is a common example of an aldohexose.

aldohexoses are classified based on the position of their hydroxyl groups.

the structure of an aldohexose can be represented using fischer projections.

many enzymes are specific to certain aldohexoses.

aldohexoses play a crucial role in carbohydrate metabolism.

the study of aldohexoses is important for understanding biological processes.

researchers are constantly exploring new applications for aldohexoses in medicine and industry.

the properties of aldohexoses can be modified through chemical reactions.

aldohexoses are essential building blocks for complex carbohydrates.

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