View synonyms for dextrose

dextrose

[ dek-strohs ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

, Biochemistry.

dextrose

/ -trəʊs; ˈdɛkstrəʊz /

a white soluble sweet-tasting crystalline solid that is the dextrorotatory isomer of glucose, occurring widely in fruit, honey, and in the blood and tissue of animals. Formula: C 6 H 12 O 6 Also calledgrape sugardextroglucose

dextrose

/ dĕk′strōs′ /

A sugar that is the most common form of glucose. It is found in plant and animal tissues and also derived from starch. Dextrose is the dextrorotatory form of glucose.

First recorded in 1865–70; dextr- + -ose ²

How does dextrose compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

Our ex-grocer knew all about Hambletonian Ten and Dexter; but dextrine, dextrose and glucose were out of his class.

Mix the solution well, pour through a dry filter and determine the dextrose in an aliquot.

It is resolved by solution in sulphuric acid and subsequent hydrolysis of the esters thus produced into dextrose.

For exact quantitative determination it is necessary to standardize the solution with pure anhydrous dextrose.

The concentrations of protein and dextrose are not altered during the absorption of these substances.

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Browse