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saponin

/ˈsæp.ə.nɪn/

Tradução: Glicosídeo vegetal que forma espuma quando agitado com água, usado como detergente, agente espumante e emulsificante.

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noun

/ˈsæp.ə.nɪn/C2formalscientific
  • ptGlicosídeo vegetal que forma espuma quando agitado com água, usado como detergente, agente espumante e emulsificante.

A plant-derived glucoside that produces a soapy lather when agitated with water, commonly used in detergents, foaming agents, and emulsifiers.

  1. Plant glucosideC1formalscientific

    Any of various plant-derived glucosides that produce a soapy lather when mixed and agitated with water, commonly used in detergents, foaming agents, and emulsifiers.

    ptGlicosídeo vegetal

    • Saponins are extracted from soapbark and soapwort for use in natural shampoos.
    • The foaming action of this detergent is due to the presence of saponins.
    • Researchers are studying saponins for their potential health benefits.
Formas
  • saponins plural form
  • saponins' possessive plural form
  • saponin's possessive singular form