noun
- Plural of invertin; enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of sucrose into glucose and fructose.
Usage: biochemistry; also called sucrase or invertase
Examples
- Invertins are produced by yeast cells to break down sucrose in fermentation processes.
- The invertins in honey help convert complex sugars into simpler forms.
- Bakers use invertins to create smoother textures in certain confectionery products.
- Invertins play a crucial role in the digestion of table sugar in living organisms.