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oxidase
[ ok-si-deys, -deyz ]
noun
- any of a class of oxidoreductases that catalyze the oxidation of a substrate by molecular oxygen with the formation, in most cases, of hydrogen peroxide.
oxidase
/ -ˌdeɪz; ˈɒksɪˌdeɪs /
noun
- any of a group of enzymes that bring about biological oxidation
Other Words From
- ox·i·da·sic [ok-si-, dey, -sik, -zik], adjective
Example Sentences
Ado is originally an oxidase enzyme that adds an oxygen atom to the substrate -- isoeugenol.
"We found lactate oxidase nanocapsules helped prevent the immune system from being weakened and overcome the immune suppression caused by the tumor," Cao said.
Just like apples that turn brown after slicing, eggplants also contain the enzyme polyphenol oxidase.
When printed on fabric and worn, pH indicators, for example, could convey information about skin health or dehydration; lactate oxidase could measure a wearer's fatigue levels.
When printed on fabric and worn, pH indicators could lend insight into skin health or dehydration; lactate oxidase could measure a wearer’s fatigue levels.
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