flavin

flavin Definition

fla·vin (flā′vin)

noun

a complex heterocyclic ketone, CHNO
any of a group of yellow pigments, derived from this ketone and occurring in certain plant and animal products or prepared by synthesis; specif., riboflavin
quercetin

Etymology: < L flavus, yellow (see flavone) + -in

flavin Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

reduced: Therefore it is important to try and comprehend how reduced flavin can complex and actually reduce oxygen to hydrogen peroxide.

Modifies a noun

domain: The heme domain is shown in red and the flavin domain in green in the image on the left.
ring: Fig 2: A Flavin ring system in the oxidized form The reactivity of the flavin ring lies in the extent of its conjugation.

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