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Ionophore.
Ionophore - as a noun
Any substance that can transfer ions from a hydrophilic medium (such as water) to a hydrophobic medium, or across a biological membrane, normally by forming a reversible complex with it; an ion carrier
Example Sentences
"The scientist is studying the effect of ionophores on the movement of ions across cell membranes."
"Administration of an ionophore can increase the permeability of an artificial lipid bilayer."
"The ionophore added to the culture medium improved the efficiency of ion transport in the cells."
"The ionophore molecule has a hydrophobic region that interacts with the lipid bilayer."
"The toxicity of ionophores can vary depending on their concentration and duration of exposure."
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Is IONOPHORE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ionophore is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
IONOPHORE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is IONOPHORE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ionophore is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordIONOPHORE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
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Valid WordIONOPHORE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
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