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Succinic Anhydrides
Medical Definition: | A subclass of anhydrides with the general structure of dihydrofurandione. They can be substituted on any carbon atom. They modify and inhibit proteins and enzymes and are used in the acylation of amino- and hydroxyl groups. |
Previously Indexed: | Anhydrides (1966-1978),Succinates (1966-1978) |
Succinic Anhydrides Medical Definitions and Terms
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