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Biocatalyst Meaning in Marathi मराठी

biocatalyst in English

  • biocatalyst
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    biocatalyst, noun.
    a substance which produces a chemical reaction in a living body, such as a coenzyme, vitamin, or hormone.

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Biocatalyst

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

/ˌbaɪ.oʊˈkæt.ə.lɪst/ (US)

/ˌbaɪ.əʊˈkæt.ə.lɪst/ (UK)

Definitions

  1. A substance, typically an enzyme, that speeds up a chemical reaction in a living organism.
  2. A biological molecule, such as an enzyme, that accelerates the rate of a chemical reaction in biological processes.

Usage Examples

  • "The biocatalyst facilitated the breakdown of complex sugars into simpler components."
  • "In the process, the enzyme acts as a biocatalyst, enabling the reaction to occur more efficiently."

Etymology

From the Greek "bios," meaning life, and "catalysis," meaning to dissolve or speed up, referring to substances that accelerate chemical reactions in living organisms.

Synonyms

  • Enzyme
  • Bioenzyme
  • Biological catalyst

Antonyms

  • Inhibitor
  • Suppressor
  • Repressor

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
SpanishBiocatalizador/bioʊkætəˈlɪzador/
FrenchBiocatalyseur/bi.oʊˈkætælɪzɶʁ/
GermanBiokatalysator/biː.oʊˈkætəlɪzaːtɔʁ/
Chinese (Simplified)生物催化剂/shēng wù cuī huà jì/
Japanese生体触媒/seitaishokubai/
Hindiजैव उत्प्रेरक/d͡ʒɛːv ʊt̪pɾeːɾək/
Tamilஉயிரியல் ஊக்கம்/uɪɾɪəl uːkɯkɯ/
Kannadaಜೈವಿಕ उत्प್ರೇರಕ/d͡ʒaɪvɪka ʊt̪pɾeːɾək/
Bengaliজীবাণু উদ্দীপক/d͡ʒiːbaːnuː uːd̪d̪iːpək/
Teluguజీవజాతి ప్రేరకం/d͡ʒiːvajāti prērakam/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

In some regions, "biocatalyst" may be pronounced more simply as "bio-catalyst" or "biocatalist" without the full enunciation of the "s" sound, depending on local accents.

Historical Usage

The concept of a biocatalyst has been fundamental in the fields of biochemistry and molecular biology since the early 20th century, particularly with the discovery of enzymes and their role in accelerating biological reactions.

Cultural Nuances

In industrial applications, biocatalysts are often used in green chemistry to develop environmentally friendly processes that reduce the need for toxic chemicals. This shift toward sustainable solutions has made biocatalysts more important in contemporary biological and chemical engineering industries.

More Information

Biocatalysts, such as enzymes, play a vital role in accelerating biochemical reactions in living organisms. These catalysts facilitate the conversion of substrates into products, playing key roles in digestion, metabolism, and cellular functions. In addition to their natural biological functions, biocatalysts have practical applications in industries such as pharmaceuticals, agriculture, food processing, and environmental management. The use of biocatalysts is increasingly preferred over traditional chemical catalysts due to their specificity, eco-friendliness, and potential for use in sustainable manufacturing processes. Modern research continues to explore the use of biocatalysts in biotechnology, focusing on improving efficiency and discovering new applications in drug production, biofuels, and waste management.
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