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apo- in Irish

apo- in Irish is apa- — apo- means describing a protein or molecule that is not currently bound to the partner (like a metal ion or another molecule) it normally works with — its inactive, "empty" form.

apo- in Irish

apa-
prefix

What does "apo-" mean?

  1. adjective Describing a protein or molecule that is not currently bound to the partner (like a metal ion or another molecule) it normally works with — its inactive, "empty" form.
    "The apo form of the enzyme was crystallized before the researchers added its usual cofactor."
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apo- in a sentence

  • The apo form of the enzyme was crystallized before the researchers added its usual cofactor.
  • Comparing the apo and bound structures showed the protein change shape once it grabbed its target.

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What is "apo-" in Irish?

"apo-" in Irish is apa-. apo- means: Describing a protein or molecule that is not currently bound to the partner (like a metal ion or another molecule) it normally works with — its inactive, "empty" form.

How do you use "apo-" in a sentence?

Example: "The apo form of the enzyme was crystallized before the researchers added its usual cofactor." In Irish, "apo-" is apa-.

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