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- noun biochemistry
lysozyme
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- noun an enzyme found in saliva and sweat and tears that destroys the cell walls of certain bacteria
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In experiments with various bacteria, some components (e.g. FliH, FliD (cap), and the muramidase domain of FlgJ) have been found helpful but not absolutely essential.
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In experiments with various bacteria, some components (e.g. FliH, FliD (cap), and the muramidase domain of FlgJ) have been found helpful but not absolutely essential.
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However, if it just the ATPase protein which has endless homologs, or the muramidase domain of FlgJ, or other known bits and pieces, it is not new.
Flagellum evolution paper exhibits canine qualities - The Panda's Thumb 2007
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