Aleuritic

/ˌæljuːˈrɪtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or containing aleuron, which is a powdery protein-rich substance found in grain seeds.

Etymology

From Greek 'aleuron' (flour, meal) + '-ic.' Aleuritic describes the flour-like protein granules found particularly in cereal grain seeds.

Kelly Says

The aleuritic layer in grain seeds is nature's nutrition package—it stores all the proteins and minerals the baby plant needs to grow, which is why bran is so healthy to eat!

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