supramolecular
Americanadjective
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having an organization more complex than that of a molecule.
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composed of an aggregate of molecules.
adjective
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more complex than a molecule
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consisting of more than one molecule
Etymology
Origin of supramolecular
Example Sentences
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To solve this problem, the team designed a specialized supramolecular catalyst.
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Stupp credits the therapy's effectiveness to supramolecular motion, meaning the ability of the molecules to move rapidly and even briefly detach from the nanofiber network.
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Rather than using nanoparticles as passive carriers, the researchers designed bioactive nanoparticles that function as "supramolecular drugs."
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The animals received three doses of the supramolecular drugs, followed by regular monitoring.
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The supramolecular drugs act as a reset switch.
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