Amylometer

/ˌæmɪˈlɒmɪtər/ noun

Definition

An instrument used to measure the amount or concentration of starch in a sample.

Etymology

From amylo- (starch) + -meter (measuring device); a scientific instrument name following Greek naming conventions.

Kelly Says

An amylometer lets food scientists and brewers precisely measure starch content—brewers especially care about this because yeast ferments starch into alcohol, so knowing starch concentration is key to making consistent beer.

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