Definition of "cutan" [cutan]

• A hydrocarbon polymer, of uncertain structure but thought to be similar to kerogen, found in some plants. (noun)

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• "There are two types of polymer; cutin, providing structural framework, as well as cutan, which increases the plant's resistance to water."
• "The researchers concluded that of the two, cutan is more likely to perform as an absorbent in the soil."
• "The findings of this study suggest that cutan is actually a mix of rigid and amorphous structure, rather than pure crystalline carbon."