oxidase

/ˈɑksɪdeɪs/
noun
  1. An enzyme that speeds up chemical reactions involving oxygen, especially in living cells.
    • Cytochrome oxidase is important for energy production in your cells.
    • Scientists study oxidase enzymes to understand how plants resist disease.
    • A lack of certain oxidase can cause metabolic disorders.
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