Meaning Of The Word Thermolabile

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What's The Definition Of Thermolabile?

thermolabile in American English
designating or of substances, as some toxins, enzymes, etc., that are destroyed or lose their characteristic properties when subjected to heat, esp. to a temperature of 55° C (131° F) or above
adjective: subject to destruction or loss of characteristic properties by the action of moderate heat, as certain toxins and enzymes (opposed to thermostable)

thermolabile in British English
adjective: (of certain biochemical and chemical compounds) easily decomposed or subject to a loss of characteristic properties by the action of heat

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