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
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