Entity: KETOSES
Ketoses are a group of compounds that play a crucial role in metabolism, particularly in the context of the ketogenic diet. They are characterized by the presence of a ketone group in their chemical structure.
Ketoses
Etymology
The term 'ketoses' is derived from the presence of a ketone group in the chemical structure of these compounds.
Definition
Ketoses are a group of monosaccharides that contain a ketone group (>C=O) per molecule, playing a significant role in various metabolic processes.
Historical Context
Ketoses have been studied extensively in the field of organic chemistry and biochemistry, with their importance in metabolism becoming increasingly recognized over time.
Cultural Significance
Ketoses are particularly relevant in the context of the ketogenic diet, where the body enters a state of ketosis, utilizing fat for energy instead of glucose.
Related Concepts
Ketosis, ketogenic diet, monosaccharides, metabolism.
See Also
Ketoses refer to a group of monosaccharides containing a ketone group per molecule, crucial in metabolic processes.