Definition
noun
A form of amylase that cleaves the last alpha-1,4-glycosidic linkages at the nonreducing end of amylase and amylopectin to yield glucose. It also cleaves the alpha-1-6-glycosidic linkages.
Supplement
“Synonyms:”
- Glucan 1,4-α-glucosidase
- γ-amylase
- Exo-1,4-α-glucosidase
- glucoamylase
- lysosomal α-glucosidase
- 1,4-α-D-glucan glucohydrolase
Compare: alpha-amylase, beta-amylase