Glucose
Formula: C6H12O6
Molecular weight: 180.2 amu
Melting point: 146oC
Boiling point: decomposes before boiling
State at room temperature: solid
Ionic compound
Characteristics: white,oderless,granual powder; reacts violently with strong oxidants
Uses: energy in body, main product in photosynthesis, starts cellular respiration
Additional information: commonly available in the form of a white substance or as a solid crystal;
commonly found as an aqueous solution
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