HETERODUPLEX
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Heteroduplex.
Heteroduplex - as a noun
A nucleic acid composed of two chains with each derived from a different parent molecule
Heteroduplex - as a verb
To form such a compound by genetic recombination
Example Sentences
"The formation of a heteroduplex leads to genetic recombination."
"The presence of a heteroduplex indicates a mutation."
"The stability of a heteroduplex depends on the sequence mismatch."
"The heteroduplex formation can be detected by gel electrophoresis."
"The DNA sequences in a heteroduplex region are not perfectly aligned."
Word Game Points
Is HETERODUPLEX a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, heteroduplex is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HETERODUPLEX has a SCRABBLE points total of 25.
Is HETERODUPLEX a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, heteroduplex is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHETERODUPLEX has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.
Is HETERODUPLEX a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, heteroduplex is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHETERODUPLEX has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.
