Coenzymatic

/ˌkoʊɛnzaɪˈmætɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or involving the participation of a coenzyme in an enzymatic reaction.

Etymology

From co- (together) + enzymatic, derived from enzyme, which comes from Greek en- (in) + zyme (leaven/ferment).

Kelly Says

Most vitamins in your diet work as coenzymes—B vitamins literally cannot turn your food into energy without this partnership between enzymes and coenzymes, making them essential middlemen in biochemistry.

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