Plant Biochemistry

3 words in this vocabulary list

noun a chemical compound found in certain plants, particularly conifers, that has insecticidal properties

  • Abietene is a chemical compound found in certain plants.
  • I heard abietene is supposed to have some health benefits.
  • Have you tried that new abietene supplement everyone's talking about?
  • Her determination was as strong as abietene, never wavering.

noun a type of chemical compound found in certain plants, particularly in the bark of acacia trees

  • Acacatechin is a type of catechin found in various plants, including green tea.
  • I read that acacatechin is good for your health, so I've been drinking more green tea.
  • I heard acacatechin is like a super antioxidant or something, so I'm trying to include more green tea in my diet.
  • Just like how acacatechin helps plants grow strong, it can also help boost your immune system.

noun a type of tannin found in some plants, known for its antioxidant properties

  • Acertannin is a type of polyphenol found in certain plants and fruits.
  • I heard acertannin is good for your health, so I've been trying to include more foods with it in my diet.
  • Yo, have you tried those acertannin-rich berries? They're bomb!
  • The acertannin in her words added a layer of complexity to the conversation.