auxoamylase

/ɔːksɒmiˈleɪz/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of enzyme that catalyzes the breakdown of starch into maltose.

“The scientist studied the action of auxoamylase in the digestion process.”

Synonyms

  • amylase
  • starch enzyme

Antonyms

  • amylogenase
  • glycogen synthase