coenzyme R

coenzyme R
biotin i"o*tin n. a B vitamin ({C10H16N2O3S}) that aids in body growth; -- called also {vitamin H} and {coenzyme R}. It functions as a coenzyme in many carboxylation reactions.

Note: Biotin binds tightly to the substance avidin, found in raw egg-whites. Rats or chick on a diet high in raw egg-white may develop skin lesions and retarded growth, which can be prevented by adding biotin to the diet. --[MI11]

Syn: . [WordNet 1.5 +PJC]


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