aleurone layer

aleuron (əˈlʊərɒn, -rən)

/ (əˈlʊərən, -rəʊn) /


noun
  1. the outer protein-rich layer of certain seeds, esp of cereal grains

Origin of aleurone layer

1
C19: from Greek aleuron flour

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