RHODOPSIN
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Rhodopsin.
Rhodopsin - as a noun
A red photopigment in the retinal rods of vertebrates; dissociates into retinene by light
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
retinal purplevisual purpleExample Sentences
"The sensitivity of rhodopsin allows humans to see in low-light conditions."
"Mutations in the rhodopsin gene can cause retinitis pigmentosa."
"The absorption spectrum of rhodopsin peaks at around 498 nm."
"Photoreceptors contain both rhodopsin and opsin."
"Degradation of rhodopsin is accelerated in certain eye diseases."
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Is RHODOPSIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rhodopsin is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RHODOPSIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is RHODOPSIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rhodopsin is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRHODOPSIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
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Yes, rhodopsin is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRHODOPSIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.