Definitions | saccharide |
| noun
- (carbohydrate) The unit structure of carbohydrates, of general formula CnH2nOn. Either the simple sugars or polymers such as starch and cellulose. The saccharides exist in either a ring or short chain conformation, and typically contain five or six carbon atoms.
Translations: Supplemental Details:Sponsor an extended definition for saccharide for as little as $10 per month. Click here to contact us.
| |
|