Dictionary Definition
triose n : any monosaccharide sugar containing
three atoms of carbon per molecule
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English
Etymology
From tri, meaning three and -ose meaning sugarNoun
triose- A sugar or saccharide containing three carbon atoms. Trioses are the smallest monosaccharides.
- Dihydroxyacetone and L- / D-glyceraldehyde are the only trioses.
Extensive Definition
A triose is a monosaccharide containing
three carbon atoms. There are only two trioses,
an aldotriose (glyceraldehyde) and a
ketotriose (dihydroxyacetone).
Trioses are important in respiration.
The D-aldotriose is D-Glyceraldehyde
The ketotriose is dihydroxyacetone: