Name: | Hexuronic Acids |
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Description: | Term used to designate tetrahydroxy aldehydic acids obtained by oxidation of hexose sugars, i.e. glucuronic acid, galacturonic acid, etc. Historically, the name hexuronic acid was originally given to ascorbic acid. |
Synonyms: |
Acids, Hexuronic; Acids, Hexouronic; Hexouronic Acids
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