Meaning of the word maltose in English
What does maltose mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
maltose
US /ˈmɔːl.toʊz/
UK /ˈmɔːl.təʊz/
Noun
a disaccharide consisting of two glucose units, formed from starch by the action of amylase.
Example:
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Maltose is a sugar produced when starch breaks down.
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Brewers use maltose as a fermentable sugar in beer production.