galactolysis
[ɡəˌlæktˈɒlɪsɪs]
nounfemininepl: galactólyses
galactólise
1. The breakdown or decomposition of lactose or galactose, typically occurring through enzymatic action or hydrolysis
Galactolysis is essential for the digestion of milk products in the human digestive system.
A galactólise é essencial para a digestão de produtos lácteos no sistema digestivo humano.
2. In biochemistry, the metabolic process by which galactose is broken down into simpler molecular components
The enzyme lactase catalyzes galactolysis in the small intestine.
A enzima lactase catalisa a galactólise no intestino delgado.
This is a specialized scientific and medical term used primarily in academic, clinical, and research contexts in both Brazil and the United States. It is not part of everyday vocabulary and is encountered mainly in medical, biochemical, and nutritional science discussions, particularly regarding lactose intolerance and milk digestion.
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