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xanthan gum noun[ U ] chemistry specializeduk /ˈzæn.θæn ˌɡʌm/ us /ˈzæn.θən ˌɡʌm/ a chemical substance that is used in industrial processes, for example the production of food, to make liquids thicker and firmer: 黄原胶 Xanthan gum is used to thicken dairy products and salad dressings.黄原胶被用来让牛奶制品和色拉调味剂变厚。 Xanthan gum has also been added to concrete poured underwater, in order to increase its viscosity.黄原胶还被用来加入在水下灌注的混凝土中,以增加粘度。 There are plenty of gluten substitutes out there, the most common being xanthan gum. Xanthan gum, a syrup made from bacteria, can take the place of corn starch. Be careful with the Xanthan gum; too much and the mixture will turn into a rubbery glob, too little and the oil and water will separate. Workers exposed to xanthan gum dust exhibit nose and throat irritation. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases Additives in food & drinks additive anti-caking agent baking powder baking soda bicarb colouring creamer E number emulsifier extract filler flavour enhancer Irish moss lecithin malt extract maltodextrin monosodium glutamate pectin stabilizer unfortified |