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ergosterol

Pronunciation: [ˈɜrɡəˌstɛrɒl]

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

Context: “biochemistry”

(noun) ergosterol is a type of fat that is found in the cell membranes of fungi, like yeast. It helps to keep the cell structure stable, just like fat in animal cells.

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Ergosterol plays an essential role in maintaining the health of fungal cells.

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Without ergosterol, the fungus cannot survive as its cells will not function properly.

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What role does ergosterol have in the growth of fungi?

How to pronounce ergosterol

Pronunciation: [ˈɜrɡəˌstɛrɒl]

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