Ligase
dieNounligase; enzyme that joins molecules
English translations
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ligase
Word details
- German meaning
- Eine Ligase ist ein Enzym, das die Verknüpfung zweier Moleküle unter Energieverbrauch katalysiert.
- English meaning
- A ligase is an enzyme that catalyzes the joining of two molecules with the consumption of energy.
- Synonym
- Verknüpfungsenzym
- German example
- Die Ligase spielte eine entscheidende Rolle bei der Reparatur der DNA-Stränge.
- English example
- The ligase played a crucial role in repairing the DNA strands.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- die
- Singular Form
- die Ligase
- Plural Form
- die Ligasen
Related words
- Synthetase
Synthetase
Example sentences with “Ligase”
Die Ligase verbindet DNA-Stränge. (The ligase joins DNA strands.)
Frequently asked questions
Is 'Ligase' a feminine noun?
Yes, it is feminine (die Ligase). The plural is 'die Ligasen'.