Amylogens

/ˈæmɪlədʒənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of amylogen; multiple starch-producing substances or precursors.

Etymology

Simple plural of amylogen, from amylo- (starch) plus -gen (producer). The plural form follows standard English pluralization.

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