maltose

Pronunciation change

IPA ^(key): /ˈmɔːltəʊz/
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Noun change

Singular
maltose

Plural
maltoses

Maltose syrup

Maltose is a sugar made when starch is digested.
Maltose is sometimes called malt sugar.

Types of sugar

Monosaccharides (C₆H₁₂O₆) — glucose • fructose • galactose

Disaccharides (C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁) — maltose • sucrose • lactose

Polysaccharides — starch • cellulose • glycogen

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