microcompartment

[US]/[ˈmaɪkrəʊkəmˈpɑːrmənt]/
[UK]/[ˈmaɪkrəʊkəmˈpɑːrmənt]/

Translation

n.A proteinaceous microenvironment within a cell, typically formed by a protein scaffold, that encapsulates and protects specific biochemical processes.; A subcellular compartment formed by a proteinaceous shell.

Phrases & Collocations

microcompartment structure

microcompartments exist

studying microcompartments

microcompartment function

microcompartment formation

novel microcompartments

microcompartment proteins

microcompartment assembly

observe microcompartments

microcompartment localization

Example Sentences

researchers are investigating the role of microcompartments in bacterial metabolism.

the microcompartment's protein shell protects the enzyme core.

microcompartments are found in a wide range of bacteria.

we studied the microcompartment assembly process in detail.

the microcompartment provides a specialized environment for enzymatic reactions.

genetic engineering can be used to modify microcompartment structure.

microcompartment proteins often self-assemble into spherical structures.

the microcompartment's lumen contains the catalytic enzyme.

we analyzed the microcompartment's protein composition using mass spectrometry.

microcompartments are a fascinating example of bacterial compartmentalization.

the microcompartment's shell proteins form a highly ordered structure.

understanding microcompartment function could lead to new biotechnological applications.

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