palmitate
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of palmitate
First recorded in 1870–75; palmit(ic acid) + -ate 2
Example Sentences
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The vitamin-A-deficient diet had similar composition to the control diet but with no added vitamin A palmitate.
From Nature • Apr. 4, 2014
Although the FDA considers retinyl palmitate to be safe, research suggests that upon interaction with UVA light, the compound produces reactive oxygen species.
From Slate • Jun. 10, 2013
Ahmed took issue with the EWG's rating methodology and noted that there isn't enough scientific evidence to support the group's concerns about retinyl palmitate.
From Time • May 25, 2011
About 40 percent include retinyl palmitate, a type of vitamin A that the group says may hasten the development of skin cancer.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 19, 2010
When added to water containing calcium salts the insoluble calcium palmitate and stearate are precipitated.
From An Elementary Study of Chemistry by McPherson, William
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