/ˌbaɪˈhæmeɪt/ (by-HAY-mate)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of molecule composed of two or more heme groups linked together by a specific type of chemical bond.

“Researchers studied the bihamate molecule to understand its role in cellular respiration.”

2. verb

To link or combine two or more heme groups together through a specific type of chemical bond.

“The enzyme bihamated the heme groups, forming a new molecule.”