pyruvic

/pɪˈruːvɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to pyruvic acid, a chemical compound involved in cellular respiration.

“The researchers studied the pyruvic properties of the new enzyme.”

2. noun

pyruvic acid, a chemical compound involved in cellular respiration.

“The lab measured the levels of pyruvic in the cell culture.”

Synonyms

  • pyruvate
  • pyruvic acid