receptor in German
receptor in German is Rezeptor, Rezeptorzelle — receptor means a structure in a cell or on its surface that detects and responds to specific signals or substances.
receptor in German
Rezeptor
(biochemistry, medicine) A protein on a cell wall that binds with specific molecules so that they can be absorbed into the cell in order to control certain functions.
Rezeptor
(biology) Any specialized cell or structure that responds to sensory stimuli.
Rezeptorzelle
(biology) Any specialized cell or structure that responds to sensory stimuli.
What does "receptor" mean?
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noun A structure in a cell or on its surface that detects and responds to specific signals or substances.
"The drug binds to pain receptors in the brain."
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noun A body structure or cell that responds to sensory stimuli such as light, sound, or touch.
"Receptors in the skin allow us to feel pressure and temperature."
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receptor in a sentence
- The drug binds to pain receptors in the brain.
- Receptors in the skin allow us to feel pressure and temperature.
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What is "receptor" in German?
"receptor" in German is Rezeptor, Rezeptorzelle. receptor means: A structure in a cell or on its surface that detects and responds to specific signals or substances.
How do you use "receptor" in a sentence?
Example: "The drug binds to pain receptors in the brain." In German, "receptor" is Rezeptor, Rezeptorzelle.
Are there other ways to say "receptor" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "receptor": Rezeptor, Rezeptorzelle.
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