Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- In chem., of or pertaining to algin.
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- adjective Relating to
alginic acid or its derivatives
Etymologies
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Examples
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Bladderwrack and other brown seaweeds contain a substance called alginic acid, which is present in many laxative agents.
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In addition to numerous vitamins and minerals, seaweed contains alginic acid, which is thought to bind heavy metals in the intestines, and cause them to be eliminated.
The Source Woodson Merrell 2008
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In addition to numerous vitamins and minerals, seaweed contains alginic acid, which is thought to bind heavy metals in the intestines, and cause them to be eliminated.
The Source Woodson Merrell 2008
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According to new findings in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, forming nano-sized structures using alginic acid and calcium ions, may allow food formulators to get fat soluble beta-carotene into aqueous foods.
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