sequence-dependent function

[/ˈsiːkwəns dɪˈpɛndənt ˈfʌŋkʃən/]
nounpl: sequence-dependent functions
função dependente de sequência
1. A function or property whose behavior, output, or characteristics depend directly on the order or sequence of elements, components, or operations rather than just their presence or quantity alone
The protein folding process is a sequence-dependent function where the order of amino acids determines the final three-dimensional structure.
O processo de dobramento de proteínas é uma função dependente de sequência onde a ordem dos aminoácidos determina a estrutura tridimensional final.
2. In molecular biology and genetics, a function whose activity or expression is contingent upon a specific DNA or RNA sequence arrangement
Gene expression can be a sequence-dependent function, as the promoter sequence directly influences transcription rates.
A expressão gênica pode ser uma função dependente de sequência, pois a sequência promotora influencia diretamente as taxas de transcrição.
3. In computer science and algorithms, a function whose output varies based on the specific order of input elements or operations
String processing operations often involve sequence-dependent functions that produce different results based on character order.
As operações de processamento de strings frequentemente envolvem funções dependentes de sequência que produzem resultados diferentes com base na ordem dos caracteres.
This is a specialized technical term primarily used in scientific and academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is most commonly found in molecular biology, genetics, computer science, and biochemistry literature. The term reflects the importance of precise ordering in scientific phenomena and computational processes, particularly prominent in biotechnology research hubs and IT industries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
order-dependent functionposition-dependent functionarrangement-dependent function
Antonyms / Antônimos
sequence-independent functionorder-independent functioncommutative function

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
função dependente de sequência
Standard usage in scientific and technical contexts throughout Brazil
Portugal
função dependente da sequência
Uses 'da' instead of 'de' in some contexts; same meaning
Academic/Scientific
função seq-dependente
Abbreviated form used in technical publications and research papers

Related Words

amino acid sequenceDNA sequencemolecular biologyprotein structuregenetic codetranscription factorbinding sitecomputational algorithm

Related Idioms & Phrases

order matters
the sequence is everything
context-dependent behavior
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