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peptide(genetic biology) |
- Grammar: noun
plural: peptides - Definition: a compound that is made up of two or more amino acids joined by covalent bonds
- Example:
1. A chain of amino acids held together by peptide bonds is referred to as a polypeptide.
2. Peptide bonds form between carboxyl and amino groups of amino acids. - Related Compound: polypeptide
