How Do You Spell KETOSE?

Pronunciation: [kˈɛtə͡ʊz] (IPA)

The word "ketose" is spelled with a "k" and "e" in the beginning, followed by "tose". The phonetic transcription of this word is /kiːtəʊz/. The first syllable "kee" is pronounced with a long "e" sound and the second syllable "tose" is pronounced like "tose" with a silent "e". "Ketose" is a type of carbohydrate that has a ketone functional group within its structure. Accuracy and consistency in spelling "ketose" is important in the field of biochemistry and nutrition.

KETOSE Meaning and Definition

1. Ketose is a term used in biochemistry to describe a type of sugar molecule belonging to the larger class of carbohydrates. Specifically, ketoses are a subgroup of monosaccharides, which are the simplest form of carbohydrate molecules. Monosaccharides are composed of a single sugar unit, either alone or linked together in a chain-like structure.

   Ketoses are distinguished by the presence of a ketone functional group, hence the name "ketose." This functional group consists of a carbonyl (C=O) group attached to an internal carbon atom within the sugar molecule. In contrast, another subgroup of monosaccharides known as aldoses have an aldehyde functional group at the end of the molecule.

   Due to their distinctive molecular structures, ketoses exhibit unique chemical properties and react differently compared to aldoses. These sugars are typically more reactive, particularly in reactions involving the carbonyl group. The presence of a ketone group can also impact the solubility, stability, and biological activities of these molecules.

   Ketoses are important in various biochemical processes, including carbohydrate metabolism and energy production within cells. They are commonly found in fruits, vegetables, and other natural sources as both free molecules and constituents of larger carbohydrates. Examples of ketoses include fructose, which is a key component of many sweet fruits, and ribulose, which plays a crucial role in photosynthesis.

2. A carbohydrate containing the characterizing group of the ketones (CO).

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for KETOSE

• jetose
• metose
• letose
• oetose
• ietose
• kwtose
• kstose
• kdtose
• krtose
• k4tose
• k3tose
• kerose
• kefose
• kegose
• keyose
• ke6ose
• ke5ose
• ketise
• ketkse

Etymology of KETOSE

The word "ketose" is derived from the prefix "keto-" meaning "ketone", and the suffix "-ose" which is commonly used to indicate a sugar. "Keto-" comes from the German word "Ketone" or "Keton", which was coined by German chemist Albert von Baeyer in 1882. The "-ose" suffix, on the other hand, originates from French and Latin, indicating a sugar or carbohydrate compound. Therefore, the word "ketose" combines these two components to refer to a type of sugar that contains a ketone functional group.

Similar spelling words for KETOSE

• Keatts,
• keats.

Plural form of KETOSE is KETOSES