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Phosphorylation

Verb / ˈfəʊˈlɑ: / Another word for phosphorylation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Phosphorylation is a chemical process in which a phosphate group is added to a molecule.

Synonyms & similar words

phosphorylating phosphorylated phosphorylate phosphorylates phosphorylase phosphorylases phosphorylating phosphorylative phosphorylating phosphorylator phosphorylators phosphorylatory phosphorylcholine phosphorylcholines phosphorylcholineses phosphorylcholinesis phosphorylcholinesterase phosphorylcholinesterases phosphorylcholinesterasemia phosphorylcholinesterasemias

Example sentences

  1. Phosphorylation helps in the regulation of cellular processes.
  2. The protein needs to undergo phosphorylation to become active.
  3. The enzyme catalyzes the phosphorylation of ATP.
  4. Researchers are studying the effects of phosphorylation on gene expression.
  5. Phosphorylation plays a crucial role in signal transduction pathways.

Quotes

  • "Phosphorylation is like flipping a switch, turning proteins on and off." - Marc Kirschner
  • "Phosphorylation is a key mechanism for controlling protein function." - Tony Pawson
  • "Phosphorylation is the language cells use to communicate." - Tony Hunter

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