Definition

A type of sugar molecule that has a six-sided ring structure, formed from a simple sugar when it reacts with itself.

Example

Glucose can exist in a pyranose form, which is important for its biological functions.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of pyranose?

Yeah, isn't it a type of sugar structure?

Exactly! It's fascinating how it forms a six-membered ring.

I find all the different sugar forms really interesting!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pyranose is formed from "pyran" (from Greek "purus", meaning fire) and "-ose" (a suffix used in chemistry to denote sugars). The term refers to a type of sugar that has a six-membered ring structure resembling that of pyran, which is related to the concept of fire due to its cyclic nature.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pyran' relating to 'fire' and the '-ose' indicating a sugar; this helps you remember that 'pyranose' is a sugar with a structure reminiscent of a fire-like ring.

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