coenzyme Q
nounEtymology from coenzyme + Q for quinone
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Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A coenzyme used in bacteria and animals containing 5,6-dimethoxy-3-methylcyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione with an isoprene side chain.
- Synonyms
- ubiquinone
- Derived terms
- coenzyme Q10 (10 isoprene units)