en·zy·mol·o·gy

(ĕn′zə-mŏl′ə-jē)

The branch of science that deals with the biochemical nature and activity of enzymes.

en′zy·mol′o·gist n.

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enzymologist - a person who is trained in or engaged in enzymology

biochemist - someone with special training in biochemistry

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