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Glucose

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Definition of Glucose

A simple sugar monosaccharide having two isoforms, alpha and beta, with a chemical structure of C6H12O6 that acts as an energy source for both plants and animals by reacting with oxygen, generating carbon dioxide and water, and releasing energy.

Glucose is from the group

Hexose

Other Names for Glucose

Glucose
6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol
DEXTROSE
glucose

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