Preferred Term:
hydrophobic bonding
Definition:
Interaction resulting by the exclusion of nonpolar residues from water. It is an important determinant of protein conformation and of lipid structures.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
NALT Core
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- hydrophobic interaction
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/24606
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