sidechain theory

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Definition of sidechain theory in English English dictionary

In brief outline it is as follows: Animal cells and bacteria are complex aggregations of molecules, which are themselves complex

Complex molecules react with one another through certain of their side chains, but only when these side chains have a definite correspondence in structure (this account for the specific action of antitoxins)

A theory proposed by Ehrlich as a chemical explanation of immunity phenomena

Hyphenation

sidechain the·o·ry