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glutamic acid

DEFINITIONS OF: glutamic acid

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n an amino acid occurring in proteins; important in the nitrogen metabolism of plants; used in monosodium glutamate to enhance the flavor of meats

Synonyms:
glutaminic acid
Type of:
amino acid, aminoalkanoic acid
organic compounds containing an amino group and a carboxylic acid group
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