Lexical entry

エンチーム

enchiimu

A biological catalyst that accelerates chemical reactions.

Science & MedicinePure GairaigoSource: German

Meaning

A protein molecule that acts as a biological catalyst in living organisms, derived from the German 'Enzym'.

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アミラーゼ

An enzyme that breaks down starch.

ジアスターゼ

A starch-digesting enzyme, especially an amylase.

プロテアーゼ

An enzyme that breaks down proteins.

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