phosphorylates
/ˈfɑsfərəˌleɪts/
verb
- To add a phosphate group to a molecule, especially in a biological or chemical process.
- The enzyme phosphorylates glucose to begin the process of energy production.
- In the lab, the scientist phosphorylates the protein to study its activity.
- When the cell receives a signal, a kinase phosphorylates specific target molecules.