CAROTENES
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Carotenes.
Carotenes - as a noun
An orange isomer of an unsaturated hydrocarbon found in many plants; is converted into vitamin a in the liver
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carotinprovitamin aHypernyms (Closely Related)
provitaminHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Yellow or orange-red fat-soluble pigments in plants
Example Sentences
"The consumption of carotenes is associated with a reduced risk of certain types of cancer."
"Many fruits and vegetables, such as carrots and sweet potatoes, contain high levels of carotenes."
"The levels of carotenes in a food can be determined through laboratory analysis."
"Research suggests that carotenes may have anti-inflammatory properties."
"Some people with certain genetic variations may have difficulty converting carotenes into Vitamin A."
Word Game Points
Is CAROTENES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, carotenes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CAROTENES has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is CAROTENES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, carotenes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCAROTENES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is CAROTENES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, carotenes is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCAROTENES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
