acetose

/ˈæsɪtoʊs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having the properties of acetose, especially of having the power of producing acetose

“The enzyme exhibited acetose properties under optimal conditions.”

2. noun

A monosaccharide, an aldopentose, C5H10O5, found in the juice of the plant Acetosa.

“Acetose is a type of sugar found in various plant extracts.”

Synonyms

  • aldopentose
  • monosaccharide

Antonyms

  • disaccharide
  • polysaccharide