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apyrase

(ăpˈə-rāsˌ, -rāzˌ)

noun

Any of various enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of ATP, causing the release of phosphate and energy.

Origin:

Origin: a(denosine)

Origin: + pyr(o)-

Origin: + (phosphat)ase

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