noun
- an enzyme that breaks down ribonucleic acid (RNA) by cleaving the bonds between nucleotides
Usage: biochemistry
Examples
- The ribonuclease enzyme degrades RNA molecules in the cell.
- Scientists used ribonuclease to study RNA structure and function.
- RNase contamination can destroy RNA samples in laboratory experiments.
- The pancreas produces ribonuclease as part of its digestive enzymes.
- Researchers must work in RNase-free conditions when handling RNA.
- Ribonuclease activity increases during times of cellular stress.