Pineapples contain an enzyme denominated bromelain that decomposes some proteins.
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Enzyme
/ˈɛn.zaɪm/
Synonyms for "enzyme" (32 found)
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insulinaselipaselipoxidasepepsinpolynucleotidaseproteaseproteolytic enzymeribonucleasesaccharasesaccharifying enzyme
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6 entriesdigestive enzymeenzyme activityenzyme assayenzyme inhibitorenzyme substrateprotein catalyst
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This enzyme is produced in the stomach.
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A kinase is an enzyme which phosphorylates other proteins.
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An enzyme is a protein that functions as a catalyst for a chemical reaction.
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