dehydrogenase
Definitions
Any of several enzymes that catalyze the removal of hydrogen (a proton) from biological compounds.
Equivalents
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Examples
“This led to a search⟳ in the filtrate for a dehydrogenase which should activate lactate in preference to the other three substances.”
“Our stomachs and livers have⟳ an enzyme known as alcohol dehydrogenase that breaks down ethanol to make⟳ it less toxic for our bodies, said Atlanta gastroenterologist Dr. Preston Stewart.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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