cryoprotectant
nounEtymology From cryo- + protectant.
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Biology, Natural sciences Any substance (typically a polyhydric alcohol) that prevents cell damage on freezing
noun
Etymology From cryo- + protectant.
Biology, Natural sciences Any substance (typically a polyhydric alcohol) that prevents cell damage on freezing
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