请输入您要查询的英文单词:

 

单词 phytoene
释义

Definition of phytoene in English:

phytoene

noun ˈfʌɪtəʊiːn
Biochemistry
  • An acyclic polyunsaturated isoprenoid hydrocarbon, C₄₀H₆₄, that is a colourless precursor in the biological synthesis of carotenoid pigments, and is a viscous liquid when isolated.

Origin

1950s. From phyto- + -ene. Compare phytol.

 
 

Definition of phytoene in US English:

phytoene

nounˈfʌɪtəʊiːn
Biochemistry
  • An acyclic polyunsaturated isoprenoid hydrocarbon, C₄₀H₆₄, that is a colourless precursor in the biological synthesis of carotenoid pigments, and is a viscous liquid when isolated.

Origin

1950s. From phyto- + -ene. Compare phytol.

 
 
随便看

 

英语词典包含464360条英英释义在线翻译词条,基本涵盖了全部常用单词的英英翻译及用法,是英语学习的有利工具。

 

Copyright © 2004-2022 Newdu.com All Rights Reserved
更新时间:2024/11/11 4:19:13