Tannin facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts

Tannins are bitter-tasting chemical compounds that bind proteins. Tannins are present in the following:

Tannins are also used in the treatment of leather, to make it more durable.

Images for kids

  • Tannic acid

    Tannic acid, a type of tannin

  • Tannin heap

    Tannin powder (mixture of compounds).

  • Tannin in Plastic container

    Tannin in a plastic container

  • Bottle of tannic acid

    A bottle of tannic acid solution in water.

  • Strawberries in white bowl

    Strawberries in a bowl

  • Tannin rich fresh water draining into Cox Bight from Freney Lagoon

    Tannin-rich fresh water draining into Cox Bight from Freney Lagoon, Southwest Conservation Area, Tasmania, Australia

  • Bogwood Betta

    Bog-wood (similar to, but not, driftwood) in an aquarium, turning the water a tea-like brown

  • Upper Tahquamenon falls Panoramic view

    Upper Tahquamenon falls Panoramic view


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