adjective
- containing one or more carboxyl groups (-COOH); having undergone carboxylation
Usage: chemistry; biochemistry
Examples
- Carboxylated proteins play a crucial role in blood clotting.
- The carboxylated polymer showed improved water solubility.
- Vitamin K is essential for carboxylated glutamic acid formation in bone.
- Carboxylated nanoparticles are used in drug delivery systems.
- The carboxylated surface of the material enhanced cell adhesion.