Asparagine (Noun)
Meaning
A crystalline amino acid found in proteins and in many plants (e.g., asparagus).
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Asparagine is a non-essential amino acid that plays a crucial role in the synthesis of proteins in the human body.
- The asparagus plant is a rich source of asparagine, which is why it gets its name from the Greek word for the plant.
- Asparagine is an important component of many enzymes and proteins, and is also involved in the synthesis of other amino acids.
- Researchers have found that asparagine is abundant in the seeds of many plant species, including legumes and cereals.
- The breakdown of asparagine in the body produces ammonia, which is then converted into urea and excreted by the kidneys.