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cutin

/ˈkjuː.tɪn/

Tradução: Polímero ceroso e transparente presente na cutícula das plantas, formado por ésteres de ácidos graxos altamente polimerizados, que ajuda a reduzir a perda de água.

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/ˈkjuː.tɪn/C2formalscientific
  • ptPolímero ceroso e transparente presente na cutícula das plantas, formado por ésteres de ácidos graxos altamente polimerizados, que ajuda a reduzir a perda de água.

A waxy, transparent polymer found in the cuticle of plants, composed of highly polymerized esters of fatty acids, which helps reduce water loss.

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  1. Plant wax polymerC2formalscientific

    A waxy, water-repellent polymer found in the cuticle of plants, composed of polymerized esters of fatty acids.

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    • Cutin helps prevent water loss from plant leaves.
    • The cuticle layer is rich in cutin and waxes.
    • Scientists study cutin to understand plant protection mechanisms.