Definition

A type of carbohydrate made up of many glucose molecules linked together, often found in plants and fungi.

Example

Glucan is an important component of the cell walls in certain fungi.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of glucan?

I think I’ve seen it mentioned in health articles.

Yeah, it's interesting how glucan can affect our immune system.

Definitely! I should look more into its benefits.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Glucan is derived from "glucose" (from Greek "glukus", meaning sweet) and the suffix "-an" (used to form nouns indicating a substance). The word "glucan" refers to a type of polysaccharide that is composed of glucose units.

Memory Tip

Think of 'glucose' which means sweet, and remember that 'glucan' is a substance made from glucose.

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