coordination binding
[/koʊˌɔrdɪˈneɪʃən ˈbaɪndɪŋ/]
nounpl: coordination bindings
ligação de coordenação
1. A chemical bond formed between a Lewis acid (acceptor) and a Lewis base (donor), where both electrons in the bond come from the donor atom
The coordination binding between the metal ion and the ligand creates a stable complex.
A ligação de coordenação entre o íon metálico e o ligante cria um complexo estável.
2. In linguistics, a syntactic relationship where two or more elements of equal grammatical rank are joined together
Coordination binding in the sentence 'dogs and cats' demonstrates equal grammatical status.
A ligação de coordenação na frase 'cães e gatos' demonstra status gramatical igual.
3. In molecular biology, the non-covalent interaction where a ligand binds to a protein or receptor through coordination
Coordination binding is essential for enzyme-substrate interactions.
A ligação de coordenação é essencial para as interações enzima-substrato.
This is a technical term primarily used in academic and scientific contexts in both English and Portuguese-speaking countries. It is fundamental in chemistry education and biochemistry research, with standardized terminology recognized across Brazil, Portugal, and international scientific communities.
Related Idioms & Phrases
form a coordination binding
coordinate binding interaction
metal-ligand coordination binding
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