Sanakirja
Tekoälykääntäjä
Määritelmät
Substantiivi
- (biochemistry) A polysaccharide extracted from the cell walls of plants, especially of fruits; under acidic conditions it forms a gel. It is often used in processed foods, especially jellies and jams where it causes thickening (setting).
Esimerkit
- Apple is rich in pectin and so is often added to other fruits when making jam so it will set.
Taivutusmuodot
| Monikko | pectins |