CHITINS

Noun

chitins

plural of chitin

Anagrams

• Sitchin

Source: Wiktionary


CHITIN

Chi"tin, n. Etym: [See Chiton.] (Chem.)

Definition: A white amorphous horny substance forming the harder part of the outer integument of insects, crustacea, and various other invertebrates; entomolin.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Coffee has initially been a food – chewed, not sipped. Early African tribes consume coffee by grinding the berries together, adding some animal fat, and rolling the treats into tiny edible energy balls.

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