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prosthetic group
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prosthetic group
n.
The nonprotein component of a conjugated protein, as the heme group in hemoglobin.

prosthetic group
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Biochemistry) the nonprotein component of a conjugated protein, such as the lipid group in a lipoprotein

prosthetic group
The nonprotein component of a conjugated protein, as the heme group in hemoglobin.


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The reaction center for photosynthesis is an elaborate protein cage holding other molecules, including chlorophyll, in such a way that lightenergized electrons pass along these molecules, known as prosthetic groups.
 
 
 
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