epoxycarotenoid

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Any epoxy derivative of a carotenoid, especially one involved in the biosynthesis of abscisic acid

Word forms

epoxycarotenoid epoxycarotenoids

Etymology

From epoxy- + carotenoid.

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