Chemistry term

Ketose

In one sentence

This Ketone is a monosaccharide with one ketone group per molecule. carbohydrates are found in organic systems such as plants, animals, and bacteria. Monosaccharides are classified by the number of carbon atoms in the compound.

Definition

A carbohydrate that contains a ketone group.

Explanation

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