Rennin: meaning, definitions and examples

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rennin

 

[ หˆrษ›nษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

biochemistry

Rennin, also known as chymosin, is an enzyme produced in the stomachs of young mammals, particularly in calves. It plays a critical role in the digestion of milk by coagulating the proteins, primarily casein. This process allows for the efficient digestion of milk in the early stages of life. In the cheese-making process, rennin is used to curdle milk, leading to the formation of cheese. It is important in both natural biological processes and various industrial applications, such as cheese production.

Synonyms

chymosin, milk coagulant.

Examples of usage

  • Rennin is essential for milk digestion in calves.
  • In cheese-making, rennin helps to curdle the milk.
  • Rennin is often used in the production of lactase-free milk.
  • Scientists study rennin for its role in enzymatic reactions.

Translations

Translations of the word "rennin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น renina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเฅ‡เคจเคฟเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rennin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ rennin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะตะฝั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ renina

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฌใƒณใƒ‹ใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rรฉnine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ renina

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท renin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ ˆ๋‹Œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑูŠู†ูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ renin

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ renรญn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‡ไนณ้…ถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ renin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ renรญn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ะตะฝะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ renin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ renina

Etymology

The term 'rennin' originates from the Latin word 'rฤ“n', meaning 'kidney', as the enzyme is first identified in the stomachs of young animals. The use of the term 'chymosin' has also become prevalent, especially in scientific literature, to describe the specific form of renin derived from the gastric mucosa. Rennin's functional discovery dates back to early dairy practices where milk was processed into cheese. Over time, rennin has found applications beyond traditional dairy production and is now used in various biotechnological and pharmaceutical contexts. Its ability to precipitate casein has made it indispensable not only in the dairy industry but also in understanding certain digestive disorders where milk proteins are involved.