Definition

A type of enzyme that includes a flavin molecule attached to a protein, which helps in chemical reactions that remove hydrogen from other substances in living organisms.

Example

Flavoproteins are essential for various metabolic processes in the body.

Conversation

Hey, have you ever heard of flavoprotein?

Yeah, I think it's related to some enzymes, right?

Exactly! They play a big role in biological reactions.

That’s really interesting! I’d love to learn more about how they work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Flavoprotein → It is formed from "flavo-" (from Latin *flavus*, meaning yellow) and "protein" (from Greek *proteios*, meaning primary or first). The term refers to a class of proteins that contain a flavin group, which is often yellow in color, thus linking the color to the protein's structure.

Memory Tip

Think of 'yellow' ('flavo-') to remember that 'flavoprotein' refers to proteins that have a yellow component.

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