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streptose

noun
strep·​tose | \ ˈstrepˌtōs also -ōz\
plural -s

Definition of streptose

: an unstable hydroxy dialdehyde (HO)3C4H5(CHO)2 formed from streptomycin or streptobiosamine by hydrolysis; 3-C-formyl-5-deoxy-l-lyxose

History and Etymology for streptose

strept- + -ose

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