wu4 lo4 baak6 sou3胡蘿蔔素胡萝卜素
Jyutpingwu4 lo4 baak6 sou3
Yalewùh lòh baahk sou
Definition
Carotene; an organic compound found in plants and animals that can be converted into vitamin A.
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How it's used
Scientific terms like this are often used in health contexts or when discussing nutrition labels on food packaging. While it is the standard term in biology, most people in daily life simply refer to the vegetables containing it, such as 紅蘿蔔, rather than discussing the chemical compound itself.
Examples
Eating more carotene is good for your eyes.
Is this kind of carotene natural?
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Common phrases
supplement carotene
carotene content
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