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Term: Denaturing Agent

Definition: A denaturing agent refers to a substance that disrupts the natural structure or activity of a molecule, usually a protein or enzyme, causing it to lose its biological function.

Senses:

1. Noun - A chemical substance used to alter the properties of molecules.
2. Noun - An ingredient added to denature alcohol, making it unfit for consumption.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun Sense 1: Enzyme denaturing agents like urea are commonly used in molecular biology to study protein structures.
2. Noun Sense 2: The denaturing agent added to the alcohol makes it suitable for industrial use but not for drinking.

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