CERASINS

CERASIN

Cer"a*sin, n. (Chem.)

Definition: A white amorphous substance, the insoluble part of cherry gum;

– called also meta-arabinic acid.

2. (Chem.)

Definition: A gummy mucilaginous substance; -- called also bassorin, tragacanthin, etc.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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