Lichenin, also known as lichenan or moss starch, is a complex glucan occurring in certain species of lichens. It can be extracted from Cetraria islandica (Iceland moss). It has been studied since about 1957. Chemically, lichenin consists of repeating glucose units linked by β-1,3 and β-1,4 glycosidic bonds. It is an important carbohydrate for re...
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• (n.) A substance isomeric with starch, extracted from several species of moss and lichen, esp. from Iceland moss.
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Li'chen·in (lī'kĕn*ĭn)
noun (Chemistry) A substance isomeric with starch, extracted from several species of moss and lichen, esp. from Iceland moss.
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Type: Term Pronunciation: lī′ken-in Definitions: 1. A variety of polysaccharide obtained from Iceland moss; used as a demulcent. Synonyms: moss starch
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