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oxidoreductase

/ˌɒksɪdərɪˈdʌktəs/ noun · British & US
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What does oxidoreductase mean?

noun

An enzyme that catalyzes oxidation and reduction reactions, often involved in the transfer of electrons.

Example

"The oxidoreductase enzyme plays a crucial role in the breakdown of organic compounds in the cell."

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