Prolamine
noun, Biochemistry.
1.
any of the class of simple proteins, as gliadin, hordein, or zein, found in grains, soluble in dilute acids, alkalis, and alcohols, and insoluble in water, neutral salt solutions, and absolute alcohol.
noun
1.
any of a group of simple plant proteins, including gliadin, hordein, and zein
prolamine pro·la·mine or pro·la·min (prō’lə-mĭn, -mēn’)
n.
Any of a class of simple proteins found in the seeds of wheat, rye, and other grains that are insoluble in water and neutral salt solutions but are soluble in dilute acids and alkalis.
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