fumarase

/fʊməˈreɪz/

Definitions

1. noun

an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of fumaric acid into malic acid in the citric acid cycle

“The researchers studied the fumarase enzyme’s activity in various cellular environments.”

2. noun

a specific type of enzyme that catalyzes the hydration of fumarate

“Fumarase is essential for the proper functioning of the citric acid cycle in many organisms.”

Synonyms

  • fumaric acid hydrolase
  • muconate-lactonizing enzyme

Antonyms

  • malic enzyme