biophor

/baɪəˈfɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

A chemical compound that can form a complex with a biomolecule.

“The biophor plays a key role in the interaction between the enzyme and the substrate.”

2. noun

Any compound that can form a complex with a biopolymer or a biomolecule.

“The researchers studied the biophor’s ability to bind with the DNA molecule.”

Synonyms

  • chelate
  • ligand

Antonyms

  • antagonist
  • inhibitor