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Cyclodextrins are a family of cyclic oligosaccharides derived from starch. They are characterized by a toroidal (doughnut-shaped) structure, with a hydrophilic exterior and a hydrophobic interior cavity. This unique structure allows cyclodextrins to form inclusion complexes with a wide range of guest molecules, encapsulating them within their cavities. The size of the cavity varies depending on the number of glucose units in the ring, with common forms including alpha-, beta-, and gamma-cyclodextrins containing six, seven, and eight glucose units, respectively.
The ability of cyclodextrins to complex with other molecules has led to their widespread use in various