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Hydrolyze (Verb)

Meaning

Undergo hydrolysis; decompose by reacting with water.

Classification

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Examples

  • Certain peptides can hydrolyze in the presence of water and enzymes.
  • The plastics in the ocean start to hydrolyze when exposed to the saltwater environment.
  • ATP quickly hydrolyzes into ADP and inorganic phosphate, releasing a large amount of energy.
  • This chemical reaction causes the compound to hydrolyze over time.
  • A protease breaks down proteins by causing them to hydrolyze at specific points.

Synonyms

  • Hydrolyse

Related Words

  • Hydrolyzable (adjective)
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