alkylate
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verb (used with object)
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These foci associate with alkylated nucleotides, and coincide spatially with elongating RNA polymerase II and splicing components.
From Nature ● Nov. 7, 2017
They are usually yellowish brown or red in colour, the presence of more amino groups leading to browner shades, whilst the introduction of alkylated amino groups gives redder shades.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 1 "Austria, Lower" to "Bacon" by Various
Alkylated amino-azo-benzenes are also known, and are formed by the coupling of diazonium salts with alkylated amines, provided they contain a free para position with respect to the amino group.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 1 "Austria, Lower" to "Bacon" by Various
All genetic risks appeared magnified by childhood exposure to alkylating agents, a common class of chemotherapeutics.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 23, 2024
"So genetic factors in the presence of alkylating agents can significantly enhance type 2 diabetes risk."
From Science Daily ● Apr. 23, 2024
Individuals with X-linked trichothiodystrophy carry a mutation in RNF113A, and these results clarify the underlying basis of their hypersensitivity to alkylating agents.
From Nature ● Nov. 7, 2017
Fu, D., Calvo, J. A. & Samson, L. D. Balancing repair and tolerance of DNA damage caused by alkylating agents.
From Nature ● Nov. 7, 2017
The chemosterilants of this group are alkylating agents, which are extremely reactive chemicals, capable of intense cell destruction, damage to chromosomes, and production of mutations.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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