actina
1. a globular protein that polymerizes to form microfilaments, which are essential components of the cytoskeleton in eukaryotic cells
Actin filaments are crucial for cell movement and muscle contraction.
Os filamentos de actina são cruciais para o movimento celular e contração muscular.
2. a protein involved in muscle contraction, found in thick and thin filaments
Actin interacts with myosin to produce muscle contractions.
A actina interage com a miosina para produzir contrações musculares.
Actin is a scientific term used universally in both English and Portuguese academic and medical contexts. There are no cultural or regional variations in usage; it remains consistent across all English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking scientific communities.
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