monolipopeptide (C2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌmɒnəˌlɪpəˈpiːpiːd/
Definition
A type of molecule consisting of a single lipid chain covalently bonded to a peptide chain, often found in biological membranes.
Examples
The team isolated a monolipopeptide from the cell membrane and analyzed its structure.
Monolipopeptides play a crucial role in the formation and function of biological membranes.
How to Use monolipopeptide
- monolipopeptide structure (noun phrase)
- the arrangement of atoms in a monolipopeptide molecule — "The researcher studied the monolipopeptide structure to understand its properties."
- monolipopeptide synthesis (noun phrase)
- the process of creating a monolipopeptide molecule — "The team developed a new method for monolipopeptide synthesis."
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