ATPase en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /eɪtiːˈpiːeɪz/ (UK)
Etymology
From ATP + -ase.
Meanings
- A type of enzyme which works to convert adenosine triphosphate (ATP) into adenosine diphosphate (ADP) and a free phosphate ion, thereby releasing energy to be used in cellular activity.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATPases | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Deriveds
ectoATPase · ATP synthase · ATPergic
Synonyms
adenylpyrophosphatase · ATP monophosphatase · adenosinetriphosphatase