disordered base
[/dɪsˈɔrdərd beɪs/]
nounpl: disordered bases
base desordenada
1. In chemistry and molecular biology, a nucleotide base in DNA or RNA that has lost its normal structure or pairing capability due to chemical modification, damage, or mutation
The disordered base prevented proper DNA replication and caused a mutation.
A base desordenada impediu a replicação adequada do DNA e causou uma mutação.
2. A fundamental or foundational element that is in a state of disarray or dysfunction, particularly in scientific or technical contexts
The disordered base of the experiment compromised all subsequent results.
A base desordenada do experimento comprometeu todos os resultados subsequentes.
This is a specialized scientific term primarily used in academic and research contexts within biochemistry, molecular biology, and genetics. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation and is specific to scientific discourse in both English-speaking countries and Brazil.
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