hexamerism

/hɛkˈsɑːmərɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

The phenomenon where a protein or molecule has six subunits.

“The scientist studied the hexamerism of the enzyme to understand its function.”

2. noun

A state of having six parts or components.

“The architect designed a building that exemplified a perfect hexamerism in its structural design.”

Synonyms

  • association
  • polymerization

Antonyms

  • dimerism
  • monomerism