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raffinose

/ˈræf.ɪ.nəʊz/

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noun

/ˈræf.ɪ.nəʊz/C2formalscientific
  • ruТрисахарид, естественным образом содержащийся в сахарной свекле, семенах хлопчатника и некоторых злаках.

A trisaccharide found naturally in sugar beets, cotton seeds, and certain cereals.

uncountable

  1. TrisaccharideC2formalscientific

    A complex sugar composed of three monosaccharides (galactose, glucose, and fructose) found naturally in various plants.

    ruТрисахарид

    • Raffinose is commonly found in sugar beets and cotton seeds.
    • Certain cereals contain raffinose, which can cause digestive discomfort.
    • The structure of raffinose includes galactose, glucose, and fructose units.