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(a) Describes the primary taste produced by dilute aqueous solutions of various substances such as quinine, caffeine and given alkaloids.
(b) Describes the attribute of pure substances or mixtures which produces this taste.
The corresponding noun is bitterness.
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Celebration of the fourth workshop on the harmonisation of IOC-recognised virgin olive oil tasting panels, from 19 to 21 September 2023, by videoconference.
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The IOC launches an international graphic artwork competition on “The vital role of women in olive oil” to celebrate World Olive Day
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The IOC is hiring!
MADRID, SPAIN / 25.09.2023
The Executive Secretariat has announced a vacancy for the position of Head of the Legal Department. If you have a university degree in law (minimum four years of university studies) and at least four years’ experience...
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