pentoses
plural of pentose
• open sets, posteens
Source: Wiktionary
Pen"tose, n. [Penta- + -ose.] (Chem.)
Definition: Any of a group of sugars of the formula C5H10O5, as arabinose;
– so called from the five carbon atoms in the molecule. They are not fermented by yeast.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
23 January 2025
(adjective) being or located on or directed toward the side of the body to the west when facing north; “my left hand”; “left center field”; “the left bank of a river is bank on your left side when you are facing downstream”
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