Chelatase
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chelatase is a noun meaning (biochemistry) Any enzyme that catalyzes chelation, especially that of a specified metal ion.
Meaning
(biochemistry) Any enzyme that catalyzes chelation, especially that of a specified metal ion.
Example Sentences
The properties of these zinc-protoporphyrin chelatases, particularly the one in R. spheroides, are described in detail and their possible metabolic functions discussed.
Word Forms
- chelatases
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mg, metallochelatase, dechelatase, cobaltochelatase, metalloenzyme, metallochaperone.
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