flavin
1 Americannoun
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a complex heterocyclic ketone that is common to the nonprotein part of several important yellow enzymes, the flavoproteins.
noun
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a heterocyclic ketone that forms the nucleus of certain natural yellow pigments, such as riboflavin. Formula: C 10 H 6 N 4 O 2 See flavoprotein
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any yellow pigment based on flavin
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another name for quercetin
Etymology
Origin of flavin
Example Sentences
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Immediately after the FAD absorbs a blue photon, an electron from the nearest tryptophan hops onto the flavin portion of the FAD.
From Scientific American
A chemical in skin called flavin absorbs blue light.
From New York Times
When microbes such as L. monocytogenes live in a host gut, they are immersed in nutrients, including flavin molecules, and Light et al. show that the presence of flavins potently enhances EET activity.
From Nature
For example, red cabbages contain an indicator pigment molecule called flavin, which is a type of molecule called an anthocyanin.
From Scientific American
Open — wrapping up at that very moment in nearby Queens — a “lava multi flavin” striped dress appeared, looking perfect for use on Center Court, Jacobs said in his notes.
From Washington Post
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