Proline
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Proline is a noun meaning (biochemistry) A nonessential amino acid C₅H₉NO₂ found in most animal proteins, especially collagen; its cyclic structure leads to kinks in the peptide chain of proteins.
Meaning
(biochemistry) A nonessential amino acid C₅H₉NO₂ found in most animal proteins, especially collagen; its cyclic structure leads to kinks in the peptide chain of proteins.
Word Forms
- prolines
Synonyms for proline
Depending on context, synonyms include Pro.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include diketopiperazine, glycyl, amide, hydroxyproline, polyproline, diproline.
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