apiose

noun

api·​ose

ˈāpēˌōs,

ˈap-

plural -s

: a branched-chain pentose (HOCH₂)₂C(OH)CHOHCHO obtained as a syrup by hydrolyzing apiin

Word History

Etymology

apiin + -ose

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