Glutamic Acid (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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noun Biochemistry.
  1. an amino acid, HOOCCH2CH2CH(NH2)COOH, obtained by hydrolysis from wheat gluten and sugar-beet residues, used commercially chiefly in the form of its sodium salt to intensify the flavor of meat or other food. Abbreviation: Glu; Symbol: E
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  1. a nonessential amino acid, occurring in proteins, that acts as a neurotransmitter and plays a part in nitrogen metabolism
    Glutamic Acid (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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