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ion channel

 

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Ion Channel

A specialized protein pore that allows the selective movement of ions across cell membranes.

1. Noun: Ion Channel

In biology, an ion channel refers to a specialized protein pore embedded in cell membranes that facilitates the passage of ions.

Example Sentence: The opening of the ion channel allowed the movement of calcium ions into the cell.

2. Verb: Ion Channel

To ion channel means to enable the flow of ions through a specialized protein pore in a cell membrane.

Example Sentence: The presence of the ion channel protein ionized the substance, allowing efficient passage of ions.

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