thermostable

[ thur-moh-stey-buhl ]

adjective

, Biochemistry.

1. capable of being subjected to a moderate degree of heat without loss of characteristic properties, as certain toxins and enzymes ( thermolabile ).

thermostable

/ ˌθɜːməʊstəˈbɪlɪtɪ; ˌθɜːməʊˈsteɪbəl /

adjective

1. (of certain chemical and biochemical compounds) capable of withstanding moderate heat without loss of characteristic properties Compare thermolabile

   a thermostable plastic

2. not affected by high temperatures

Derived Forms

• thermostability, noun

Other Words From

• thermo·sta·bili·ty noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of thermostable¹

First recorded in 1900–05; thermo- + stable ²

Example Sentences

Lemon, orange and raspberry juices are markedly thermostable, but lime juice is weakened markedly by heat.

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