Definition

A type of enzyme that helps remove hydrogen from a substance and transfers it to another molecule during a chemical reaction.

Example

Dehydrogenase plays a crucial role in metabolic processes by facilitating the transfer of hydrogen atoms.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the enzyme dehydrogenase?

Yeah, I think it has something to do with oxidation, right?

Exactly! It helps in removing hydrogen from different substances.

That’s pretty cool; enzymes are fascinating!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dehydrogenase → It is formed from "de-" (meaning removal), "hydro" (from Greek "hydor", meaning water), and "genes" (from Greek "genes", meaning born of or produced by). The word refers to an enzyme that removes hydrogen from a substrate, often resulting in the removal of water as well.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' ('de-') 'water' ('hydro') to understand that a dehydrogenase is an enzyme that takes away hydrogen, often leading to the removal of water.

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