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laboratory-method model

an approach to education in which the role of social interaction is emphasized. The development of personal awareness and interpersonal skills is a major area of concern.

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May 8th 2024

peptide

peptide

n. a short chain of amino acids linked by peptide bonds. Peptides are usually identified by the number of amino acids in the chain. For example, dipeptides have two amino acids, tripeptides three, tetrapeptides four, and so on. See also polypeptide; protein.