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nitrogenase

/ˌnaɪtroʊˈjeɪnz/ noun · British & US
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What does nitrogenase mean?

noun

An enzyme that catalyzes the reduction of nitrogen to ammonia, found in certain bacteria and archaea.

Example

"The nitrogenase enzyme is essential for the nitrogen fixation process in legume plants."

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