noun🔗ShareSaccharid, KohlenhydratThe unit structure of carbohydrates, of general formula CnH2nOn. Either the simple sugars or polymers such as starch and cellulose. The saccharides exist in either a ring or short chain conformation, and typically contain five or six carbon atoms."Example Sentence: "The body breaks down starch into simpler saccharides like glucose to use for energy." "Der Körper baut Stärke in einfachere Saccharide wie Glukose ab, um sie zur Energiegewinnung zu nutzen.chemistrybiochemistrybiologyfoodsubstancecompoundChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
