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cytochrome n ๐Ÿ”Š

  1. (biochemistry, molecular biology) Any of various related hemoproteins found in the cells of most organisms, which are an important part of cell respiration.
  2. (histology, neurology, obsolete) In the works of Franz Nissl: a type of neuron with a small nucleus and little or no cytoplasm.

โ˜ž Today is the World Science Day for Peace and Development, which is recognized by the United Nations to highlight the important role of science in society. It was first proclaimed by UNESCO 25 years ago in 2001.

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A ribbon diagram of cytochrome P450 oxidoreductase obtained from yeast. Cytochromes of this family are primarily involved in detoxification and steroidogenesis.

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[โ€“] Jimbabwe@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago

Ah, yes, Iโ€™ll have no trouble working this into a sentence..