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conformer

/ˈkɑn.fɚmɚ/ /kənˈfɔɹmɚ/

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noun

Conformero

Any of a set of stereoisomers characterised by a conformation that corresponds to a distinct potential energy minimum.

Examples :

"While rotating my arm, the different bent positions it could adopt each represent a different conformer, each having a slightly different level of energy. "

Mientras rotaba mi brazo, las diferentes posiciones dobladas que podía adoptar representaban cada una un conformero diferente, cada uno con un nivel de energía ligeramente diferente.

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noun

Conformador

A particular folded state or conformation of a protein, especially an abnormal conformation of a prion

Examples :

"A misfolded prion protein can act as a template, forcing normal proteins to become a dangerous conformer that contributes to disease. "

Una proteína priónica mal plegada puede actuar como plantilla, forzando a las proteínas normales a convertirse en un conformador peligroso que contribuye a la enfermedad.

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noun

Conformista

A person who conforms; a conformist.

Examples :

"The new student was a conformer, always trying to dress and act exactly like the other popular kids. "

El nuevo estudiante era un conformista, siempre tratando de vestirse y actuar exactamente como los otros niños populares.

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noun

Conformista

Examples :

"Example Sentence: "He was seen as a conformer because he always agreed with his boss and never challenged any decisions." "

Fue visto como un conformista porque siempre estaba de acuerdo con su jefe y nunca cuestionaba ninguna decisión.

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