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Meaning of LIGAND

Pronunciation:  'lIgund

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  an atom or molecule or radical or ion that forms a complex around a central atom
 

LIGAND is a 6 letter word that starts with L.

 

 See Also: matter, substance

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: A small molecule that binds to a particular large molecule (e.g. a hormone is a ligand for its receptor).
 

 

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