alpha-tubulin
[/ˈælfə ˈtjuːbjəlɪn/]
nounpl: alpha-tubulins
alfa-tubulina
1. One of two types of protein subunits that form microtubules, a major component of the cytoskeleton in eukaryotic cells. Alpha-tubulin pairs with beta-tubulin to create the basic structural unit of microtubules.
Alpha-tubulin and beta-tubulin combine to form the heterodimers that constitute microtubules.
A alfa-tubulina e a beta-tubulina combinam-se para formar os heterodímeros que constituem os microtúbulos.
2. A globular protein essential for cellular processes including cell division, intracellular transport, and maintaining cell shape.
The organization of alpha-tubulin in the centrosome is crucial for proper mitotic spindle formation.
A organização da alfa-tubulina no centrossomo é crucial para a formação adequada do fuso mitótico.
Alpha-tubulin is a specialized scientific term used primarily in academic and research contexts in both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries. It is particularly important in molecular biology, cell biology, and medical research. The term is standardized across international scientific literature and maintains the same pronunciation and usage in both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese.
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