conformations
Произношение: [ˌkɒn.fɔːrˈmeɪ.ʃənz]
Слово
Контекст: «science»
(noun) the different shapes or arrangements of molecules in chemistry. Just like how you can twist and turn a toy to make it look different, molecules can also change their shapes.
Пример
The scientist discovered new conformations of the molecule that could help create better medicines.
Пример
The molecule didn't have any interesting conformations; it looked the same no matter how you examined it.
Пример
What are the different conformations of this chemical compound?
Контекст: «biology»
(noun) the specific shape of a protein that determines how it works. Think of a key that only fits into one lock; the shape of the key is very important for it to work.
Пример
The enzyme's conformation allowed it to speed up the chemical reaction in the cell.
Пример
If the protein's conformation is not right, it won't function properly.
Пример
How does the conformation of this protein affect its function?
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