Maltose
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈmɔːltəʊz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Maltose is a noun meaning (biochemistry) A disaccharide, C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁ formed from the digestion of starch by amylase; is converted to glucose by maltase; it is an isomer of trehalose.
Meaning
(biochemistry) A disaccharide, C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁ formed from the digestion of starch by amylase; is converted to glucose by maltase; it is an isomer of trehalose.
Word Forms
- maltoses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sugar, iso, trehalose, maltulose, maltitol, maltodextrose.
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