Meaning Of The Word Ligase

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Ligase Meaning

Ligase Definition
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What's The Definition Of Ligase?

ligase in American English
any of a class of enzymes that act as catalysts in chemical reactions in which molecules are linked together, as in the synthesis and repair of DNA or in the formation of recombinant DNA
noun: any of a class of enzymes that catalyze the joining of two molecules by formation of a covalent bond accompanied by the hydrolysis of ATP

ligase in British English
noun: any of a class of enzymes that catalyse the formation of covalent bonds and are important in the synthesis and repair of biological molecules, such as DNA

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