Meaning & use
Chlorogenic
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Relating to or denoting a class of naturally occurring acids formed from the combination of caffeic acid and quinic acid, found notably in coffee beans and many plants.
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Chlorogenic acid is thought to be responsible for some of coffee's antioxidant properties.
Green, unroasted coffee beans contain higher levels of chlorogenic compounds than roasted beans.
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The name comes from Greek 'chloros' (green) and 'genes' (produced), referring to the greenish color chlorogenic acid produces when oxidized, not to chlorine.
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