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2-AMINO-3-MERCAPTOPROPANOIC ACID [1 record]

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Record 1 2005-06-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Biochemistry
  • Food Additives
DEF

A nonessential amino acid available in the form of colorless, water-soluble crystals. Used for its nutritive power in baked goods and pastries.

OBS

We can replace the terms "alpha" and "beta" by the corresponding Greek letters.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Biochimie
  • Additifs alimentaires
DEF

Acide aminé non indispensable, se présentant en cristaux incolores, solubles dans l'eau. On l'emploie en boulangerie et en pâtisserie pour sa valeur nutritive.

OBS

On peut remplacer «alpha» et «bêta» par les lettres grecques correspondantes.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Bioquímica
  • Aditivos alimentarios
OBS

Aminoácido componente de las proteínas.

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