Paba (Noun)
Meaning
A metabolic acid found in yeast and liver cells; used to make dyes and drugs and sun blockers.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- PABA was initially believed to be an essential vitamin, but its role in human metabolism was later found to be minimal.
- PABA has been used to make various kinds of dyes, including those for fabric and inks.
- In yeast cells and liver tissue, PABA can be produced as part of other metabolic processes.
- PABA is currently used in chemical synthesis to produce some types of sun blockers for personal care products.
- It has also been used to make a variety of medications and drugs due to its role as a metabolic acid.