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cys·te·ine (s

, -

n, -t

An amino acid, C₃H₇O₂NS, derived from cystine and found in most proteins.

[Alteration of cystine.]

cysteine [ˈsɪstɪˌiːn -ɪn]

(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Biochemistry) a sulphur-containing amino acid, present in proteins, that oxidizes on exposure to air to form cystine. Formula: HSCH₂CH(NH₂)COOH

[variant of cystine]

cysteinic adj

cysteine (s

)

A nonessential amino acid. Chemical formula: C₃H₇NO₂S. See more at amino acid.

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cysteine - an amino acid containing sulfur that is found in most proteins; oxidizes on exposure to air to form cystine

amino acid, aminoalkanoic acid - organic compounds containing an amino group and a carboxylic acid group; "proteins are composed of various proportions of about 20 common amino acids"

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