Glucose

carbohydrate

(2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexanal

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About

The primary energy source for cells. This ring form (glucopyranose) is the most stable structure. Essential for understanding metabolism and diabetes.

Molecular Properties

Formula
C6H12O6
Molecular Weight
180.16 g/mol
SMILES
OC[C@H]1O[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H]1O