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AAT Bioquest

What are the chemical properties of glucose?

Posted March 12, 2024


Answer

Chemical properties of Glucose

  • Monosaccharide
  • Molecular Formula: C6H12O6  
  • Odorless
  • Tastes sweet
  • d-glucose is the naturally occurring form of glucose
  • Synthesized in the liver and kidneys of animals
  • Found in fruits and different parts of plants
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