isothiocyanate

Noun

Meaning

a family of compounds derived from horseradish and radishes and onions and mustards; source of the hotness of those plants and preparations

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Examples

Allyl isothiocyanate is an unstable compound, degrading over the course of days at convert. citation Because of this instability, horseradish sauces lack the pungency of the freshly crushed roots. Source: Internet

Handpicking is an effective control strategy in home gardens. citation Culinary uses Allyl isothiocyanate is the pungent ingredient in fresh horseradish sauce. Source: Internet

Since allyl isothiocyanate is harmful to the plant itself, it is stored in the harmless form of the glucosinolate, separate from the myrosinase enzyme. Source: Internet

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