Definition

1. Noun:
   • A white crystalline sugar formed during the digestion of starches: Maltose is a specific type of sugar (a disaccharide) composed of two glucose molecules. It is produced when enzymes break down larger starch molecules, such as those found in grains like barley.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Maltose is less sweet than table sugar.
  • The enzyme amylase converts starch into maltose during digestion.
  • Some brewing processes rely on the production of maltose from grain.

Advanced Usage

• Scientific/Technical Context: Maltose is often discussed in biochemistry, food science, and brewing.
  • The maltose tolerance test is used in medical diagnostics.
  • The maltose content influences the flavor and body of the beer.

Variants and Related Words

• Malt (n): Germinated cereal grains (like barley) used in brewing and distilling, which contain enzymes that produce maltose.
  • The malt is dried in a kiln.
• Maltase (n): The enzyme that breaks down maltose into two glucose molecules.
  • Maltase completes the digestion of maltose in the small intestine.

Synonyms

• Malt sugar: A common alternative name for maltose.
  • Malt sugar is used in some food products.

Related Phrases/Compounds

• Maltose syrup: A sweetener derived from starch hydrolysis, rich in maltose.
  • The candy was made using maltose syrup.

Noun

1. a white crystalline sugar formed during the digestion of starches