amylometer

/ˌæmaɪləˈmɛtər/

Definitions

1. noun

An instrument for measuring the reducing value of malt extracts.

“The brewer used an amylometer to determine the sugar content of the wort.”

2. noun

A device used in the measurement of starch or amyl contents in food products.

“The food scientist employed an amylometer to analyze the carbohydrate composition of the cereal.”

Synonyms

  • starch meter
  • sugar analyzer

Antonyms

  • lipid analyzer
  • protein meter