TRANSDUCTION
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Transduction.
Transduction - as a noun
(genetics) the process of transferring genetic material from one cell to another by a plasmid or bacteriophage
The process whereby a transducer accepts energy in one form and gives back related energy in a different form
Example: "The transduction of acoustic waves into voltages by a microphone"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
action8activity16natural actionnatural processHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"In biology, transduction refers to the transfer of genetic material from one bacterium to another via a bacteriophage."
"Sensory transduction is the process by which sensory stimuli are converted into electrical signals that can be interpreted by the brain."
"Optical transduction is the conversion of light energy into electrical signals in the retina of the eye."
"In telecommunications, transduction is the conversion of analog signals into digital signals."
"Scientists are studying the mechanisms of transduction in order to better understand cellular signaling."
Word Game Points
Is TRANSDUCTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, transduction is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TRANSDUCTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is TRANSDUCTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, transduction is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTRANSDUCTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is TRANSDUCTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, transduction is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTRANSDUCTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
