The difference between Glucose and Monosaccharide

When used as nouns, glucose means a simple monosaccharide (sugar) with a molecular formula of c6h12o6, whereas monosaccharide means a simple sugar such as glucose, fructose or deoxyribose that has a single ring.

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  1. Glucose as a noun (carbohydrate):

    A simple monosaccharide (sugar) with a molecular formula of C6H12O6; it is a principle source of energy for cellular metabolism.

  1. Monosaccharide as a noun (carbohydrate):

    A simple sugar such as glucose, fructose or deoxyribose that has a single ring

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