Applications
D-Glucose is used in various metabolic processes including enzymic synthesis of cyclohexyl-alpha and beta -D-glucosides. It is involved in the detection of type 2 diabetes mellitus and the most widely used aldohexose in living organisms. Its availability influences psychological processes since it is a primary energy source for the brain.

Solubility
Soluble in water, hot glacial acetic acid, pyridine, aniline and dimethyl sulfoxide. Slightly soluble in methanol, ethanol and acetone.

Notes
Store in cool place. Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.