zymogene

Definition

One of a physiological group of globular bacteria that produce fermentations of diverse nature; — distinguished from pathogene.

Etymology

From zymo- + -gene.

Example Sentences

• "It thus prevents these from converting the zymogene into the ferment."
• "From these researches, it is concluded that a portion of the amylase is present in the potato in the form of zymogene which is transformed into an active enzyme towards the end of the resting stage;"