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soluble

(genetic biology)

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  • Grammar: adjective
  • Definition: capable of being dissolved, especially easily dissolved
  • Example:
    1. Fungal infection in flies leads to the release of a soluble signal molecule known as spatzle.

    2. Cells can determine their 3-D structure and position in an embryo by protein targeting within cells and soluble chemical cues.
  • Related Word: solute, solution (noun), dissolve (verb)


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