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proenzyme

/proh-en-zahym/US // proʊˈɛn zaɪm //UK // (prəʊˈɛnzaɪm) //

原酶,原酶素,原酵素,原酶制剂

Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1

    Biochemistry.

    • : any of a group of proteins that are converted to active enzymes by partial breakdown, as by the action of an acid or other enzyme.

Examples

  • When in this stage, the compound is known as "proenzyme," or "zymogen."