Adenyls

/ˈædənɪlz/ noun

Definition

Plural of adenyl; multiple adenyl groups or radical units.

Etymology

Standard plural of 'adenyl', used in chemistry when discussing multiple adenine-derived functional groups or particles.

Kelly Says

When biochemists write about 'adenyls' linking together, they're describing the molecular construction of genetic material—it's like watching LEGO bricks snap together to build the blueprint of life.

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