Glucose molecule structure

by NijsDesigns · Biology

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The glucose molecule, the fuel of life, is a sugar essential for energy in living organisms. With its hexagonal structure and sweet taste, glucose is the primary source of fuel for our cells. It is produced during photosynthesis in plants and is found in many of the foods we consume. Interestingly, glucose can also be converted and stored as glycogen for later use, making it a versatile building block of life. Also, it's a nice looking molecule so it looks cool. Dimensions: 232 x 250 x 2.5 mm