hydrolytic Definition
- 1of or relating to the chemical breakdown of a compound due to reaction with water
- 2causing or promoting the chemical breakdown of a compound by reaction with water
Using hydrolytic: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hydrolytic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The hydrolytic reaction of sucrose produces glucose and fructose.
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The hydrolytic enzymes in our digestive system break down food into smaller molecules for absorption.
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The hydrolytic degradation of cellulose is an important process in the production of biofuels.
hydrolytic Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for hydrolytic
Summary: hydrolytic in Brief
'Hydrolytic' [hahy-druh-lit-ik] refers to the chemical breakdown of a compound due to reaction with water. It can describe a process that causes or promotes the breakdown of a compound by reaction with water. Examples include the hydrolytic reaction of sucrose, the hydrolytic enzymes in our digestive system, and the hydrolytic degradation of cellulose.
