Aglucon

/əˈɡluːkɑːn/ noun

Definition

A compound or substance that remains after the removal of glucose or its derivatives from a chemical structure.

Etymology

From prefix 'a-' (without) + 'glucon' (relating to glucose). This is a chemistry term used in biochemistry and organic chemistry.

Kelly Says

In biochemistry, 'aglucon' typically refers to the non-sugar part of a glycoside molecule after enzymatic digestion removes the glucose—it's the leftover puzzle piece when you take away the sugar component.

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