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Explain glucose

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Glucose is a monosaccharide, also known as grape sugar. It is an aldohexose. Glucose is the preferred source of energy for our muscles and brain.

Uses of Glucose 

  • It is provided to patients who are extremely ill and unable to feed because it offers calories from carbohydrates 
  • It is used in the treatment of low blood sugar. 
  • It is used for the synthesis of matter as a precursor.
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Glucose (from Greek glykys; “sweet”) has the molecular formula C6H12O6. It is found in fruits and honey and is the major free sugar circulating in the blood of higher animals. It is the source of energy in cell function, and the regulation of its metabolism is of great importance (see fermentation; gluconeogenesis).

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