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Definition of Catalase

1. Noun. Enzyme found in most plant and animal cells that functions as an oxidative catalyst; decomposes hydrogen peroxide into oxygen and water.

Definition of Catalase

1. Noun. An enzyme found in the liver that catalyses the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide to water and oxygen. ¹

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Definition of Catalase

1. an enzyme [n -S] - See also: enzyme

Medical Definition of Catalase

1. Tetrameric haem enzyme (245 kD) that breaks down hydrogen peroxide. This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)

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