acetylating
verb as in strong fondness
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Example:The acetylation of histone proteins can affect the activity of genes.
Definition:The chemical addition of an acetyl group, especially to a protein or another biomolecule.
From acetylation
Example:Acetyltransferases play a crucial role in histone modification.
Definition:An enzyme that catalyzes the transfer of an acetyl group from acetyl-CoA to a target molecule.
From acetyltransferase
Example:Acetyl-CoA is a key substrate in the acetylation of fatty acids and amino acids.
Definition:Acetyl-CoA is an important compound in metabolism, serving as a substrate for the acetylation of various biomolecules.
From acetyl-CoA
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