Glükoosit

Glükoosit is a monosaccharide, a simple sugar, with the molecular formula C6H12O6. It is the most abundant naturally occurring monosaccharide and plays a critical role in the metabolism of living organisms. Glükoosit is a primary source of energy for cells, and its breakdown through cellular respiration produces adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the energy currency of the body.

In plants, glükoosit is a product of photosynthesis and is a building block for more complex carbohydrates like starch and cellulose. Animals obtain glükoosit from their diet, primarily from carbohydrates. The body regulates blood glükoosit levels through hormones like insulin and glucagon, ensuring a steady supply of energy for cells.

Glükoosit exists in both open-chain and cyclic forms, with the cyclic form being more stable and prevalent in aqueous solutions. It is a white, crystalline solid that is soluble in water. The sweetness of glükoosit is less intense than that of sucrose (table sugar). Variations in glükoosit metabolism are associated with various health conditions, including diabetes mellitus, a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood glükoosit levels.