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Definition of subunit in English English dictionary
- A protein subunit
- Any subdivision of a larger unit
- a piece or small part of a larger unit
- A distinct polypeptide chain within a protein that may be separated from other chains (whether identical or different) without breaking covalent bonds
- {i} division of a unit, subordinate unit
- a monetary unit that is valued at a fraction (usually one hundredth) of the basic monetary unit
- Two character code indication the subunit within an area plan
- protein subunit
- Any protein that forms assemblies with others, especially those that form multimers or oligomers
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subunit
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sub·u·nitPronunciation
Etymology
() sub- + unitResimler
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