carboxylase

/kɑrˈbɑksəleɪs/
noun
  1. An enzyme that helps add a carboxyl group to a molecule in a living organism.
    • The scientist studied how carboxylase works in plant cells.
    • The bacteria produce a special carboxylase to break down the compound.
    • A deficiency in this carboxylase can cause serious health problems.
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