aglycon 1
noundomain: substance
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Definition
the compound remaining after the glycosyl group on a glycoside is replaced by a hydrogen atom.
Examples
- 1.For example, the aglycone of a cardiac glycoside would be a steroid molecule.
Synonyms
- aglycone 1
the compound remaining after the glycosyl group on a glycoside is replaced by a hydrogen atom.


