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Term: Canavanine

Description:

Canavanine refers to a non-protein amino acid found in certain leguminous plants, known for its structural similarity to the amino acid arginine. It is often associated with the ability to interfere with protein synthesis in insects and other herbivores.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun - Biochemistry:

In biochemistry, canavanine is a non-protein amino acid analog of arginine, commonly found in legume plants, such as jackbeans and soybeans. It has been known to affect protein synthesis in insects that consume these plants.

2. Adjective - Herbal Medicine:

In herbal medicine, canavanine-rich plants like Jackbean have been used for their potential antimicrobial properties.

Sample Sentences:

1. Jackbean, a leguminous plant, is known for containing canavanine.
2. The presence of canavanine in certain legumes acts as a natural defense mechanism against herbivores.
3. Research suggests that canavanine may have potential therapeutic applications in preventing certain insect-borne diseases.
4. People practicing herbal medicine often utilize canavanine-rich plants for their antimicrobial properties.
5. Canavanine is widely studied in biochemistry due to its structural similarity to arginine.

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