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chitosan

American  
[kahy-tuh-san] / ˈkaɪ təˌsæn /

noun

Chemistry.
  1. a derivative of chitin, used in waste-water treatment.


Etymology

Origin of chitosan

1890–95; chit(in) + -ose 2 + -an, special use of -an

Example Sentences

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Through a biomaterial screening approach, the team identified bridging films completely made of chitosan.

From Science Daily • Feb. 19, 2024

The researchers are continuing to study the wound-healing process after application of the chitosan hemostat.

From Science Daily • Jan. 22, 2024

The bandages are coated with an extract known as chitosan that can stem bleeding by forming clots.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2023

UMD scientists instead pivoted to zinc and used a gel made of chitosan, found in crustacean shells, to provide the electrical current within the battery.

From Washington Times • Sep. 8, 2022

The military is also using new $80 bandages made with chitosan, which is derived from shrimp shells.

From Time Magazine Archive

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