Carrotins

/ˈkærətɪnz/ noun

Definition

Plural of carrotin; multiple instances or types of carotene pigments.

Etymology

Simple plural formation from 'carrotin' by adding '-s.' This straightforward pluralization allows discussion of multiple carotene compounds or multiple sources of the carrotin chemical.

Kelly Says

Using the plural 'carrotins' emphasizes that carotene isn't just one chemical—there are actually multiple forms of carotene (alpha and beta being most famous) with slightly different properties!

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