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RNase

Description:

RNase, short for Ribonuclease, is an enzyme that catalyzes the degradation of RNA molecules into smaller components. It plays a vital role in numerous biological processes, such as gene regulation, viral defense, and RNA turnover.

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: An enzyme that hydrolyzes RNA into smaller nucleotide chains or individual nucleotides.

Example Sentence:

Scientists used RNase to study the structure and function of RNA molecules.

Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Abbreviation

Definition: Registered Nurse Anesthetist.

Example Sentence:

After completing her nursing degree, Jane decided to pursue a career as an RNase.

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