aldosidic (C2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌældəˈsɪdɪk/
Definition
Relating to or denoting a sugar acid derived from an aldose, typically by oxidation of the aldehyde group to a carboxylic acid group.
Examples
Aldosidic acids are important in the study of carbohydrate metabolism.
The aldosidic structure is a key feature of certain glycosidic enzymes.
How to Use aldosidic
- aldosidic acid (noun phrase)
- a sugar acid derived from an aldose — "The aldosidic acid is a key intermediate in the synthesis of certain sugars."
- aldosidic enzyme (noun phrase)
- an enzyme involved in the breakdown or synthesis of sugars — "Aldosidic enzymes play a crucial role in glycolysis."
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