cysteine

• Schwefelhaltige Aminosäure, die in den meisten Proteinen vorkommt und an der Luft zu Cystin oxidiert.

A sulfur-containing amino acid found in most proteins, which oxidizes upon exposure to air to form cystine.

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1. C2formalscientific

   A sulfur-containing amino acid found in most proteins; it oxidizes on exposure to air to form cystine.

   Aminosäure

   • Cysteine is essential for the synthesis of glutathione, a powerful antioxidant.
   • The protein's structure is stabilized by disulfide bonds formed between cysteine residues.
   • Cysteine is often added to bread dough to improve its texture.