Definitions
from Wiktionary, Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License.
- noun organic chemistry The derivative of
betaine (CH3)3As+CH2COO- in whicharsenic replaces thenitrogen atom
Etymologies
from Wiktionary, Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License
From arseno- + betaine
Support
Help support Wordnik (and make this page ad-free) by adopting the word arsenobetaine.
Examples
-
Although some fish and shellfish take in arsenic — which may build up in tissues — most of this arsenic is in an organic form called arsenobetaine (commonly called "fish arsenic") that is much less harmful.
Comments
Log in or sign up to get involved in the conversation. It's quick and easy.