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superhelix

Definition of superhelix

noun (plural superhelices)

Biochemistry
  • a helical structure formed from a number of protein or nucleic acid chains which are individually helical.

Derivatives

superhelical

adjective

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Definition of superhelix in the US English dictionary
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