Cysteine
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈsɪs.təˌiːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cysteine is a noun meaning (biochemistry) A sulphur-containing nonessential amino acid C₃H₇NO₂S found in most animal proteins; it readily oxidizes to cystine.
Meaning
(biochemistry) A sulphur-containing nonessential amino acid C₃H₇NO₂S found in most animal proteins; it readily oxidizes to cystine.
Word Forms
- cysteines
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include allyl, sulfoxide, disulfide, proteinases, cystein, cystine.
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