aneurin
Học thuậtThân thiện
Definition
Noun: - Thiamine: Aneurin is a water-soluble vitamin of the B complex, essential for carbohydrate metabolism and neural function. It is also known as vitamin B1. Its deficiency can lead to disorders such as beriberi.
Usage
- Aneurin is a scientific and somewhat dated term for the vitamin more commonly known today as thiamine or vitamin B1. It is used primarily in biochemical, nutritional, and medical contexts.
- : A diet lacking in aneurin can result in serious neurological problems.
- : The compound aneurin was first isolated from rice bran.
Advanced Usage
- Biochemical Role: In scientific literature, "aneurin" may be used to discuss the vitamin's specific chemical structure (C₁₂H₁₇N₄OS⁺) or its role as a coenzyme (thiamine pyrophosphate) in metabolic pathways.
- : The enzyme requires aneurin in its active form to catalyze the reaction.
Variants and Related Words
- Thiamine: The modern, more common term for aneurin.
- Vitamin B1: The nutritional designation.
- Thiamin: An alternate spelling of thiamine.
Synonyms
- Thiamine
- Vitamin B1
- Thiamin (alternate spelling)
Notes on Usage
- The term "aneurin" is largely historical and technical. In everyday language, health, and most modern scientific writing, thiamine or vitamin B1 are preferred.
- It is not typically used in idioms or phrasal verbs due to its highly specific, scientific nature.
Noun
- a B vitamin that prevents beriberi; maintains appetite and growth