Deoxy sugar

In this article, we will explore the fascinating world of Deoxy sugar, a topic that has captured the attention of millions of people around the world. From its origins to its influence on today's society, Deoxy sugar has been the subject of in-depth studies and analysis. Throughout history, Deoxy sugar has played a crucial role in various fields, from culture to politics, science and technology. Through this article, we will try to shed light on the mysteries and complexities surrounding Deoxy sugar, offering a comprehensive overview that allows our readers to better understand its importance and impact on the modern world.



Comparison of the chemical
structures of ribose (top)
and deoxyribose (bottom).
fucose

Deoxy sugars[1] are sugars that have had a hydroxyl group replaced with a hydrogen atom.

Examples include:

In Escherichia coli bacteria, deoxyribose sugars are synthesized via two different pathways - one pathway involves aldol condensation, whereas the other pathway is conversion of a ribose sugar into a deoxyribose sugar by means of changes on the nucleotide or nucleoside level. Deoxyribose is synthesized through the reduction of ribose. Deoxyribose is derived from the same precursor as ribose being that the reduction of the sugar with the extra hydroxyl group results in the deoxy-sugar, which has its hydroxyl group replaced with a hydrogen atom.[2]

Dideoxy sugars

Some biologically important dideoxy sugars, sugars that have had two hydroxyl groups replaced with hydrogen atoms, include colitose and abequose.

Colitose
(3,6-Dideoxy-L-xylo-hexose)
Abequose
(3,6-Dideoxy-D-xylo-hexose)

See also

References

  1. ^ "Deoxy sugars". Nature Publishing Group. Retrieved 22 May 2016.
  2. ^ Sable, Henry Z.; Wright, Elmer M.; Bagatell, Fillmore K. (1959-06-01). "Biosynthesis of Ribose and Deoxyribose in Escherichia coli". Journal of Biological Chemistry. 234 (6): 1369–1374. doi:10.1016/S0021-9258(18)70013-6. ISSN 1083-351X. PMID 13654380.