Pronunciation: [sˈʌkɹə͡ʊz] (IPA) 
The word "sucrose" is spelled as /ˈsuːkrəʊs/, with the stress on the first syllable. It is a disaccharide made up of glucose and fructose, commonly known as table sugar. The spelling of the word is derived from its chemical composition, with the prefix "sucr-" indicating the presence of sucrose in the molecule. The correct spelling of sucrose is important in scientific and medical contexts, where accuracy and precision are crucial.
Sucrose is a compound belonging to the category of carbohydrates, specifically a type of disaccharide. It is commonly known as table sugar, which is obtained from natural sources such as sugar cane or sugar beets and used extensively as a sweetener in various food and beverage products. The chemical formula of sucrose is C12H22O11, indicating its composition of 12 carbon atoms, 22 hydrogen atoms, and 11 oxygen atoms.
Sucrose is formed by the condensation reaction between glucose and fructose, resulting in the combination of these two monosaccharides. This combination is facilitated by an enzyme called sucrase, which is found in the digestive system. Upon hydrolysis, by the action of other enzymes, such as sucrase and invertase, sucrose is broken down into its constituent monosaccharides, glucose and fructose.
With its sweet taste and excellent solubility in water, sucrose is widely used in the food industry as a natural sweetening agent, and it serves as a major energy source in the human diet. It not only enhances the palatability of various food and beverage products but also plays a crucial role in the cooking and baking processes, affecting the texture, structure, and appearance of the final product.
In addition to its culinary applications, sucrose also has various industrial uses, including its utilization in the production of biofuels, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. However, excessive consumption of sucrose has been linked to health issues, such as dental cavities, obesity, and the development of chronic diseases like diabetes, making moderation in its consumption essential for maintaining a balanced diet.
Cane-sugar, saccharose.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
The word "sucrose" is derived from the Latin words "sucre" meaning "sugar" and "rosa" meaning "rose". "Sucrose" was coined in the 18th century, likely due to the belief that it was originally obtained from the rose plant. However, sucrose is primarily derived from sugarcane or sugar beets, not roses.
