CHEMICAL STRUCTURE OF OLIGONUCLEOTIDES
Oligonucleotides are short sequences of nucleotides, typically made up of 13 to 25 nucleotides. Oligonucleotides are short sequences of nucleotides (DNA or RNA). They play crucial roles in molecular biology, serving as primers in PCR, probes in genetic testing, and…
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF BLOOD-BRAIN BARRIER
The Blood-Brain Barrier (BBB) is a highly specialized and intricate structure that separates the blood circulation from the brain’s extracellular fluid, ensuring a stable and protected environment for the brain. It consists of various components and mechanisms that work together…
CHEMICAL NATURE OF FATS AND OILS
Fats and oils are a type of organic molecule called lipids, which are made up of long chains of carbon and hydrogen atoms. They are classified as triglycerides, which means they are composed of three fatty acid chains linked to…
CHEMICAL REACTION RATES
The rate of a chemical reaction is a measure of how quickly a reactant is consumed or how quickly a product is formed. The rate of a chemical reaction can be affected by several factors, including the concentration of the…
ETHICAL, LEGAL AND SOCIAL ISSUES IN CHEMISTRY
The study of chemistry has brought tremendous, positive development to the world and to Nigeria in particular. Chemistry has contributed greatly towards providing our basic needs and improving the quality of our life. For example, the provision of clothing, housing,…
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