ketohexose

IPA: kˈitoʊhɛksoʊs

Examples of "ketohexose" in Sentences

A ketohexose is a type of sugar that contains six carbon atoms and a ketone group in its molecular structure
Fructose is the most well-known example of a naturally occurring ketohexose found in many fruits
Researchers are studying the role of ketohexoses in metabolism and their potential health benefits
When comparing glucose and fructose, the ketohexose has a different chemical structure that affects how it is processed in the body
The sweet taste of many fruits can be attributed to the presence of ketohexoses like fructose