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membrane

[mem-breyn] / ˈmɛm breɪn /
NOUN
covering layer
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In addition, internal membrane structures help maintain the separation of nucleoids.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

In real viruses, surface proteins are embedded within a lipid membrane and arranged in specific shapes.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

While this simplifies experiments, it can hide important details, especially for antibodies that target regions near the base of the protein close to the membrane.

From Science Daily • Apr. 12, 2026

However, maintaining the right balance requires additional proteins embedded in the lysosomal membrane.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

At the top of the tunnel, the green membrane rippled.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan




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