polysorbates |
Fatty acid esters. Used in many cosmetics as emulsifiers. Polysorbates are assigned different numerical values according to their formulas and whether they're intended to be used in foods or cosmetics.
Ãâó: beautyskin.tripod.com/MALL.HTM
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polysomnogram |
Multiple recordings of physiological parameters in order to assess sleep and wakefulness. Usually includes an EEG, an EOG, and an EMG.
Ãâó: www.macalester.edu/~psych/whathap/UBNRP/narcolepsy...
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polysaccharide |
Sugars or carbohydrates made up of more than one sugar unit (monosaccharide). See 'carbohydrates' for more information.
Ãâó: www.whatislife.com/glossary.htm
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polystyrene |
A polyethylene like backbone with a benzene ring on every other carbon.
Ãâó: www.hillsdale.edu/AcademicAssociations/Chemistry/s...
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polysomnography |
studying physical measures - such as breathing - during sleep in a controlled environment
Ãâó: www.conquerchiari.org/Glossary.htm
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