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glucoside

glucoside

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A molecule where the sugar glucose is joined to another small part
  • noun
  • /ˈɡluːkəˌsaɪd/
  • Specialized
translation icon : glucosido
  • The plant contains a high concentration of glucoside.

Examples

  • Research shows that glucoside compounds can enhance the effects of certain medications when taken together.

  • The bitter flavor of almonds is due to a glucoside that breaks down during digestion.

  • Certain plants produce glucoside compounds as a defense mechanism against herbivores.

  • Scientists isolated a new glucoside from the bark extract for further study.

  • Many fruits are rich in glucosides and antioxidants.

  • Glucosides, such as the compound glucoside rutin, play a crucial role in plant biology and have various health benefits.

  • Many fruits contain glucosides that contribute to their sweet flavor and nutritional value.

Compounds

cardiac glucoside
  • Specialized
5.4

A medicine from some plants that makes a weak heart beat stronger

Surface Forms

glucoside singular
glucosides plural

Morphology

glucoside = glucose (semi-transparent) = glucos + ide

The relation to 'glucose' is clear but the chemical suffix '-ide' is technical and may be unfamiliar to general learners.

Etymology

Glucoside comes from glucose ('a sugar') and the chemical ending -side, which marks a type of compound, so a glucoside is a molecule that has glucose as its sugar part.