Cadaverine
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kəˈdævəɹɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cadaverine is a noun meaning A foul-smelling diamine produced by protein hydrolysis during putrefaction of animal tissue. Cadaverine is a toxic diamine with the formula NH₂(CH₂)₅NH₂.
Meaning
A foul-smelling diamine produced by protein hydrolysis during putrefaction of animal tissue. Cadaverine is a toxic diamine with the formula NH₂(CH₂)₅NH₂.
Example Sentences
Fragrant gasses such as cadaverine and putrescine are treated with a biofilter before being released.
Word Forms
- cadaverines
- cadaverin
Synonyms for cadaverine
Depending on context, synonyms include pentamethylenediamine.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cadaverin, pentamethylenediamine, monodansylcadaverine, putrescine, cadinane, butanediamine.
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