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The Chemical Composition of Honey

David W. Ball

Department of Chemistry, Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH 44115

J. Chem. Educ., 2007, 84 (10), p 1643

DOI: 10.1021/ed084p1643

Publication Date (Web): October 1, 2007

Abstract

Honey is a supersaturated sugar solution, created by bees, and used by human beings as a sweetener. However, honey is more than just a supersaturated sugar solution; it also contains acids, minerals, vitamins, and amino acids in varying quantities. In this article, we will briefly explore the chemical composition of honey.

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