Coenzymes

/koʊˈɛnzaɪmz/ noun

Definition

Plural of coenzyme; multiple small organic molecules that assist enzymes in biochemical reactions.

Etymology

Plural form of coenzyme, maintaining the same etymological roots from co- and enzyme.

Kelly Says

Inside a single mitochondrion, thousands of coenzyme molecules are constantly being recycled and reused—one NAD+ molecule might pass electrons thousands of times per minute, making coenzymes some of biology's busiest workers.

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