Cutin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cutin is a noun meaning (biochemistry) A waxy polymer of hydroxy acids that is the main constituent of plant cuticle.
Meaning
(biochemistry) A waxy polymer of hydroxy acids that is the main constituent of plant cuticle.
Example Sentences
The structure of the enzyme looked very similar to one evolved by many bacteria to break down cutin, a natural polymer used as a protective coating by plants.
Word Forms
- cutins
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cutan, cuscutin, chitin, polycosanol, cerin, cetyl.
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