pantothenic acid
English
Noun
pantothenic acid (uncountable)
- (biochemistry) A water-soluble antioxidant vitamin, 3-[(2R)-2,4-dihydroxy-3,3-dimethylbutanamido]propanoic acid needed for the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins; it is found in cereals, legumes, meat and other foods
Related terms
- pantothenamide
Synonyms
- vitamin B5