Triose
A triose is a monosaccharide containing three carbon atoms.The simplest and most common trioses conform to the formula C3H6O3.
Both glyceraldehyde and dihydroxyacetone are trioses. Trioses are important in respiration.
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The simplest and most common trioses conform to the formula C3H6O3.
Both glyceraldehyde and dihydroxyacetone are trioses. Trioses are important in respiration.