Cross-link (Noun)
Meaning
A side bond that links two adjacent chains of atoms in a complex molecule.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The introduction of a cross-link between the polymer chains significantly improved the material's mechanical strength.
- The researchers discovered that the protein's stability was due to the presence of multiple cross-links between its helical structures.
- The cross-link between the two adjacent chains of atoms in the molecule was responsible for its unique optical properties.
- The formation of a cross-link between the fibers in the composite material enhanced its resistance to fatigue.
- The enzyme's activity was inhibited by the introduction of a cross-link between its active site and a nearby residue.