What does quercous mean?
Quercous means Of, or relating to, oak trees (genus Quercus)..
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Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Of, or relating to, oak trees (genus Quercus)..
By the action of tannase on the tannin, a product ("quercous acid") is formed which can be reduced to ellagic acid.
With a vast territory, China boasts fertile land and a wild climate favourable for mulberry growing and silkworm breeding. Its plentiful quercous woods can also be utilized for tussah breeding.
In addition, quercous (oak-type) woods, suitable for tussah breeding, abound in many regions of the country and this type of silk is produced in at least 11 provinces.
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Quercous means Of, or relating to, oak trees (genus Quercus)..
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By the action of tannase on the tannin, a product ("quercous acid") is formed which can be reduced to ellagic acid.
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