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Amino Acid Sequence: Also known as the primary structure of a protein/polypeptide; the sequence of amino acids in a protein/polypeptide controlled by the sequence of DNA bases.

Conserved Sequence: A base sequence in a dna molecule (or an amino acid sequence in a protein) that has remained essentially unchanged throughout evolution.

Linolenic Acid: An essential fatty acid.

Hydroxy Acids: Substances penetrating the epidermis and upper dermis aiming to slough dead skin cells, used as anti-aging and anti-wrinkle ingredient in skin care products, the large cosmetic market based . . . View Full Definition

Methylmalonic Acidemia: A group of conditions characterized by the inability to metabolize methylmalonic acid or by a defect in the metabolism of vitamin b12.

Lactic Acid: A substance caused by anaerobic training of the muscles, a build up prevents continuation of exercise, and a good example is 400 metre runners. Watch how they slow down during the last 100 m . . . View Full Definition

Nitric Acid: A corrosive liquid with a sharp odor that acts as a strong acid when dissolved in water. Nitric acid is used to synthesize ammonium nitrate for fertilizers, and is also used in the manufactu . . . View Full Definition

Nucleotide Sequences: The genetic code encrypted in the sequence of bases along a nucleic acid.

Nucleic Acids: Polymers composed of nucleotides; e.g., DNA and RNA.

Nucleic Acid: A polymer made of repeating nucleotides. Examples are DNA and RNA.