Arecolidin

/ˌɛɹɪˈkɑlɪdɪn/ noun

Definition

An alkaloid compound found in areca nuts, chemically related to arecoline.

Etymology

From 'areca' + '-colidin' (chemical suffix variation). A less common name for compounds in the arecoline family.

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Arecolidin is one of several related alkaloids in betel nuts working together—scientists are still studying how these compounds interact to create the unique psychological effects betel users experience!

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