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- [dahy-uh-steys, -steyz]
- /ˈdaɪ əˌsteɪs, -ˌsteɪz/
- /ˈdaɪə.ˌstes/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [dahy-uh-steys, -steyz]
- /ˈdaɪ əˌsteɪs, -ˌsteɪz/
Definitions of diastase word
- noun diastase any of a group of enzymes that hydrolyse starch to maltose. They are present in germinated barley and in the pancreas 3
- noun diastase a vegetable amylase enzyme, occurring in the seed of grains and malt, that is capable of changing starches into maltose and later into dextrose 3
- noun diastase (enzyme) Any one of a group of enzymes which catalyses the breakdown of starch into maltose; mostly amylase. 1
- noun diastase (biochemistry) Any one of a group of enzymes which catalyses the breakdown of starch into maltose; mostly amylase. 0
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Parts of speech for Diastase
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diastase popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 78% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 58% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
diastase usage trend in Literature
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- what is diastase?
- where is diastase found in the human body?
- what is malt diastase?
- what is fungal diastase?
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