different between pectin vs pectose

English

From French pectine, coined in the 1830s by Henri Braconnot, from acide pectique "pectic acid."

pectin (countable and uncountable, plural pectins)

(biochemistry) A polysaccharide extracted from the cell walls of plants, especially of fruits; under acidic conditions it forms a gel. It is often used in processed foods, especially jellies and jams where it causes thickening (setting).
Apple is rich in pectin and so is often added to other fruits when making jam so it will set.

Blend of pectic +? cellulose

pectose (plural pectoses)

(biochemistry) An amorphous carbohydrate found especially in unripe fruits. It is associated with cellulose, and is converted into substances of the pectin group.

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