phycocolloid
English
Etymology
From
phyco-
+
colloid
.
Noun
phycocolloid
(
plural
phycocolloids
)
Any of several algal-derived colloids, including
alginates
,
carrageenans
, and
agars
.
Derived terms
phycocolloidal
Related terms
hydrocolloid
hydrocolloidal
phycotoxin
phycology