Glucose

Glucose, with the chemical formula C₆H₁₂O₆, is the most widely distributed monosaccharide in nature and belongs to aldohexoses. It appears as a white crystalline powder, is highly soluble in water, and has a sweet taste.It serves as the primary energy source for living organisms. Plants synthesize glucose via photosynthesis and then convert it into starch for storage. When ingested by animals, it is metabolized and decomposed to supply energy for cellular activities.
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