Monosodium __ (msg), a Salty Food Additive

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Underground Worlds, Group 2164, Puzzle 4 (Stalagmites).

Question is: Monosodium __ (msg), a Salty Food Additive

and the answer is: GLUTAMATE

Word Meaning:

GLUTAMATE — (chemistry) Any salt or ester of glutamic acid.

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