achrodextrinase
|ach-ro-dex-trin-ase|
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/ˌækroʊˈdɛkstrɪˌneɪs/
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/ˌækroʊˈdɛkstrɪˌneɪz/
enzyme for dextrin breakdown
Etymology
Etymology Information
'achrodextrinase' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'achro-' meaning 'colorless' and 'dextrin' referring to a type of carbohydrate.
Historical Evolution
'Achrodextrinase' was derived from the combination of 'achro-' and 'dextrin' in scientific nomenclature.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to an enzyme related to dextrin, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of achrodextrin, a type of dextrin that does not give a color reaction with iodine.
The achrodextrinase enzyme plays a crucial role in the breakdown of certain carbohydrates.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/21 13:06