Definition
pentosans
noun
- Polysaccharides composed of pentose sugars (five-carbon sugars), found in plant cell walls and used in various industrial applications.
Usage: technical; chemistry; plural form of pentosan
Examples
- Pentosans are important structural components in cereal grains and wood.
- The pentosans in plant fibers contribute to their rigidity and strength.
- Researchers studied how pentosans affect the fermentation process in brewing.
- Pentosans are extracted from agricultural waste for use in biofuel production.
- The solubility of pentosans varies depending on their chemical structure.