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Nonnutrient component of plant seeds describes the compound phytic acid. Dietary phytic acid is found in the husks of grains, it is synonymous with the term phytate, and it inhibits absorption of several minerals.
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Is vinegar an organic or inorganic compound substance?
The ingredient in vinegar that gives the characteristic taste and odor is ethanoic acid (acetic acid). This is an organic compound with the formula: CH3.COOH In vinegar, ethanoic acid makes up only some 5% of the total, the rest being mainly water, which is inorganic. So, vinegar is dilute acetic acid and is an organic compound substance.
Which term describes an amino acid normally found in the blood?
Homocysteine
Which of the following statements best describes a compound in biology?
A compound is a substance that is composed of atoms of two or more elements that are linked by chemical bonds.
The strenghth of an acid is based on the concentration of what ions?
The strength of an acid is based on the concentration of hydrogen ions. Any compound with hydrogen in front of it, such as hydrochloric acid (HCl) is acidic.
What describes a fatty acid that has one double bond?
saturated fat
What acid is present in turmeric?
Curcuma longa contain phytic acid.
Effect of phytic acid in nutrition in wheat?
Wheat is high in phytic acid which binds to iron, zinc, calcium, and magnesium in your intestinal tract and keeps your body from absorbing all of these minerals. However, whole wheat is also high in the enzyme phytase that breaks down phytic acid. If you are using fresh milled whole wheat, phytic acid should not be a big concern.
Why don't you digest peanuts fully?
Humans can not fully digest nuts because they contain phytic acid. Herbivores like cows and sheep can digest phytic acid but humans canÕt. Phytic acid also inhibits the enzyme trypsin, which is needed for protein digestion in the small intestine.
What are two substances in cereal products that hinder iron absorption?
Phytic Acid and Fiber
Is bread good for your teeth?
no,its not.there's no point in eating white bread-it is deprived of all the vitamins and minerals.whole wheat bread is generally considered good for overall health but it still has phytic acid which destroys teeth unfortunatelly.im disapointed cause i really like whole wheat bread.even sourdhough bread contains phytic acid.:(
Is acetic acid a mixture or a compound?
Acetic acid (CH3COOH) is a compound.
What acid present in turmeric?
Curcuma longa contain phytic acid.
What has the author Cheryl Lynn Button written?
Cheryl Lynn Button has written: 'Influence of phytic acid and calcium on starch digestibility and glycemic response'
Is sulfuric acid a compound or an element?
Sulfuric acid is a compound as are all acids.
Is hydrochloric acid a compound mixture or a element?
Hydrochloric acid has the chemical formula HCl. It is a compound.
Is tartaric acid a compound?
Yes, Tartaric acid is a compound.
Is nitric acid a compound or element?
Nitric Acid is a compound.
