ALLOSTERIC
(noun, adj.)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Allosteric.
Allosteric - as a noun
An allosteric modulator
Allosteric - as an adjective
(of an enzyme) that binds a compound on an inactive site and thus changes conformation in order to become either active or inactive
Example Sentences
"The enzyme has an allosteric site that regulates its activity."
"The drug acts as an allosteric inhibitor of the receptor."
"An allosteric interaction between two proteins was observed."
"Scientists are studying the allosteric effects of small molecules on protein function."
"The binding of an allosteric effector can either activate or inhibit the enzyme."
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Is ALLOSTERIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, allosteric is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ALLOSTERIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is ALLOSTERIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, allosteric is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordALLOSTERIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
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Valid WordALLOSTERIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
