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Pectin - What does it mean?

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has no English definition.

As a noun pectin

is a polysaccharide extracted from the cell walls of plants, especially of fruits; under acidic conditions it forms a gel. It is often used in processed foods, especially jellies and jams where it causes thickening (setting).

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English

Noun

(en noun) (wikipedia pectin)
  • (carbohydrate) A polysaccharide extracted from the cell walls of plants, especially of fruits; under acidic conditions it forms a gel. It is often used in processed foods, especially jellies and jams where it causes thickening (setting).
    • Apple is rich in pectin and so is often added to other fruits when making jam so it will set.

    Synonyms

    * when used as an emulsifier

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