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proteolysis

Broader Terms:

protein degradation

Related Terms:

hydrolysis

Related Terms:

proteasome

Scope Note:

splitting of proteins by hydrolysis of the peptide bonds with formation of smaller polypeptides; the process may be catalyzed by proteolytic enzymes, by acids, or by bases.

Term Number:

2454-3856


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