Guanidopropionic

/ɡwɑːnɪdoʊˌproʊpiˈɑːnɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or containing a compound formed from guanidine (a chemical compound) combined with propionic acid, studied for its biochemical properties.

Etymology

Compound term: guanidine (from guanine, from guano) + propionic (from Latin proprius meaning 'own'); a technical chemistry term combining root words for natural sources.

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