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Subunit
//sʌbˈjuːnɪt//
"Subunit" in a Sentence (4 examples)
Researchers at Emory University in Atlanta say the secreted peptide — a subunit of a protein chain — kills dozens of flu strains that plague humans. It is effective against H1 viruses, including ones that could cause pandemics.
The bogies are built up of welded sub-units which are stress-relieved before assembly by riveting.
Interchange manipulation comparisons showed that all subunits are still active, if at slightly lower rates.
UMISEA is a subunit in Hololive featuring idols with nautical themes. The group debuted in 2021 as the first JP+EN collab subunit. Chloe was added to the roster after holox debuted.
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