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epimerase

Pronunciation: [ɪˈpɪməreɪs]

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Learn how to use epimerase in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “biology”

(noun) an enzyme that helps change one sugar molecule into another sugar molecule that has a different structure. This process is important in living things because it helps them use energy from food.

Example

The epimerase in the cell converted glucose to galactose effectively.

Example

The lack of epimerase in the organism led to imbalanced sugar levels.

Example

What role does the epimerase play in carbohydrate metabolism?

How to pronounce epimerase

Pronunciation: [ɪˈpɪməreɪs]

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