Dehydratase
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /diːˈhaɪdɹəteɪz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dehydratase is a noun meaning (biochemistry) Any enzyme that catalyzes the removal of the elements of water from a compound, often leaving a double bond.
Meaning
(biochemistry) Any enzyme that catalyzes the removal of the elements of water from a compound, often leaving a double bond.
Word Forms
- dehydratases
Synonyms for dehydratase
Depending on context, synonyms include dehydrase.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include serine, threonine, hydratase, dehydrase, dehydrogenase, dihydratase.
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