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Noun: phosphatase  'fós-fu`teys
  1. Any of a group of enzymes that act as a catalyst in the hydrolysis of organic phosphates

Derived forms: phosphatases

Type of: enzyme

Encyclopedia: Phosphatase Phosphatase, alkaline

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