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Taurocholic

Tauˊro-chol′ic

,
Adj.
[
Taur
ine +
cholic
.]
(Physiol. Chem.)
Pertaining to, or designating, a conjugate acid (called taurocholic acid) composed of taurine and cholic acid, present abundantly in human bile and in that of carnivora. It is exceedingly deliquescent, and hence appears generally as a thick, gummy mass, easily soluble in water and alcohol. It has a bitter taste.

Definition 2024


taurocholic

taurocholic

English

Adjective

taurocholic (not comparable)

  1. Designating a type of acid having properties of taurine and bile.

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