Glucomannan

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    A water-soluble polysaccharide used as an emulsifier and thickener. countable, uncountable

    "The bulbs contain a mucilaginous carbohydrate called glucomannan, which the orchids use to retain water during dry periods."

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"I read the article "Changes in Temperature, Texture, and Structure of Konnyaku (Konjac Glucomannan Gel) During High‐pressure‐freezing.""

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water soluble

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