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Zymogens.
Zymogens - as a noun
Any of a group of compounds that are inactive precursors of enzymes and require some change (such as the hydrolysis of a fragment that masks an active enzyme) to become active
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proenzymeExample Sentences
"Pancreatic zymogens are activated in the small intestine."
"Protein digestion is initiated by zymogens."
"The conversion of zymogens to active enzymes is essential for digestion."
"Once activated, zymogens participate in various biochemical reactions."
"The secretion of zymogens is regulated by hormonal signals."
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Yes, zymogens is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ZYMOGENS has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
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Valid WordZYMOGENS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.
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Valid WordZYMOGENS has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.
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