laevulose

/ -ˌləʊz; ˈlɛvjʊˌləʊs /

noun

1. another name for fructose

Word History and Origins

Origin of laevulose¹

C19: from laevo- + -ule + -ose ²

Example Sentences

Heated with water or dilute acids, it is converted into laevulose.

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