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ion channels

ion channels is the plural of ion channel.

Meaning of ion channel

Noun

ion channel (plural ion channels)

  1. A protein complex or single protein that spans between both sides of a cell membrane and allows specific ions to pass through.
    • Ion channels, which facilitate this movement, are protein assemblies that penetrate the membrane and catalyze passage of specific ions such as sodium (Na+), potassium (K+), or calcium (Ca2+) into or out of the cell down the electrochemical gradient.2008 Daniels, David. "Ion Channels Play Key Role in R&D". 1 June 2008. Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News, 28 (11), pg 24.; archived 2 January 2010. ISSN 1935-472X. OCLC 77706455.

Questions about ion channels

What is ion channels the plural of?
Ion channels is the plural of ion channel.

Words near ion channels in the dictionary

  1. ion carrier
  2. ion carriers
  3. ion channel
  4. ion channelopathies
  5. ion channelopathy
  6. ion channels
  7. ion chromatography
  8. Ion Corvin
  9. Ion Creangă
  10. ion engine
  11. ion engines

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