chitosan

[kahy-tuh-san]

chi·to·san

[kahy-tuh-san]
noun Chemistry.
a derivative of chitin, used in waste-water treatment.

Origin:
1890–95; chit(in) + -ose2 + -an, special use of -an
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Chitosan is always a great word to know.
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