Definition of Quaternary structure

1. Noun. (biochemistry molecular biology) The arrangement of multiple folded or coiled proteins to form a multi-subunit complex ¹

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Medical Definition of Quaternary structure

1. The three-dimensional structure of a complex protein, this especially refers to the way the polypeptide subunits fit together. (09 Oct 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Quaternary Structure

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quatercentenary
quatercentennial
quatern
quaternaries
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quaternarization
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quaternary ammonium
quaternary ammonium compound
quaternary ammonium compounds
quaternary carbon atom
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quateron
quaterons

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