Vocabulary Entry

proteolysis

|noun • verb

noun

The breakdown of proteins into smaller polypeptides or amino acids, usually through the action of enzymes.

Example Sentences

"Proteolysis is essential for many biological processes, including digestion."

"Researchers study proteolysis to understand how proteins are regulated in the body."

"The proteolysis of casein occurs during cheese production."

verb

Example Sentences

"The enzyme will proteolyze the substrate into smaller fragments."

"During digestion, food is proteolyzed to release amino acids."

"Scientists can proteolyze specific proteins to study their functions."