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Term: disaccharide

Description:

A disaccharide is a type of carbohydrate that consists of two monosaccharide units bonded together through a glycosidic linkage. It is composed of two sugar molecules, which are smaller units of carbohydrates.

Sample sentences:

1. Sucrose, a disaccharide composed of glucose and fructose, is commonly found in sugar cane and sugar beets.

2. Lactose, a disaccharide present in milk, is broken down by the enzyme lactase into glucose and galactose.

3. Maltose, a disaccharide formed by the linkage of two glucose molecules, is produced during the digestion of starchy foods.

Related products:

To learn more about disaccharides and their role in nutrition, you can explore the following books:

• Disaccharides: Properties and Synthesis
• Carbohydrate Chemistry: Monosaccharides and Disaccharides
• The Effects of Dietary Sugar on Health