hexulose

noun

hex·​u·​lose

ˈheksyəˌlōs

plural -s

: a ketose C₆H₁₂O₆ (as fructose or sorbose) containing six carbon atoms in the molecule

especially : the isomer having the carbonyl group in the beta or 2-position

Word History

Etymology

hexa- + -ulose

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