Cryptic crossword clue
Transforming study with a famous 13 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word DENATURING

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The straight part
We know that "Transforming" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case transforming = denaturing.
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What does DENATURING mean?

DENATURING verb
  1. To take away a natural characteristic or inherent property of (a thing or a person).
  2. To add something to (alcohol) that makes it unsuitable for consumption but leaves it suitable for other purposes.
  3. To alter its original form or state, especially of a protein, by heat, acidity etc.
  4. To combine fissionable material with nonfissionable material in order to prevent its use in an atomic weapon.
DENATURING noun
  1. The process by which something is denatured.

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