Saturday, February 26, 2011
Adrenergic
Adrenergic: Those fibers or neurons that produce or activate norepinephrine and related agents.
Adenylyl cyclase
Adenylyl cyclase: It is enzyme acting on ATP to form 3, 5-cyclic AMP plus pyrophosphate. It is an important step in the regulation and formation of second messengers. Adenylyl cyclase is the former name for adenylate cyclase.
Action potential
Action potential: It is a temporary difference of electrical potential between inside and outside of membrane of a cell during activity i.e. during transmission of nerve impulse.
Acetic Acid
Acetic acid: CH3COOH. It is a colorless product obtained by the oxidation of ethanol and destructive distillation of the wood. It has a pungent odor and is the main constituent of vinegar. It is used in the manufacture of many products such as drugs, dyes, plastics and fibers. It is used locally as counterirritant and as a reagent. It is also known as ethanoic acid.
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