indoles
Aussprache: [ɪnˈdoʊlz]
Wort
Kontext: „chemistry“
(noun) indoles are a type of chemical compound that have a special ring structure made up of carbon and nitrogen atoms. They are important in science because they can be found in many natural substances and can affect how animals and plants behave.
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Scientists discovered new indoles that could be used to create better medicines.
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There weren't any indoles in the sample they tested, so they couldn't find what they were looking for.
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What role do indoles play in the plants we study?
Kontext: „biochemistry“
(noun) indoles can also be substances produced by living things, such as bacteria. These substances can have effects on mood and can be related to the smells we notice in food and nature.
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Indoles produced in the gut can help improve your mood.
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Not all bacteria produce helpful indoles; some can be harmful.
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How do indoles affect the smell of certain foods?
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