Meaning Of The Word Hexose

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What's The Definition Of Hexose?

hexose in American English
any monosaccharide containing six carbon atoms in each molecule, as dextrose or fructose
noun: any of a class of sugars containing six atoms of carbon, including glucose and fructose

hexose in British English
noun: a monosaccharide, such as glucose, that contains six carbon atoms per molecule

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