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Entry 1 sense Webster, 1913

Nuclein

· Nu·cle·in · IPA /ˈn(j)u.kli.ɪn/
01 n. A constituent of the nuclei of all cells, containing protein and nucleic acid. It is a colorless amorphous substance, readily soluble in a…
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    A constituent of the nuclei of all cells, containing protein and nucleic acid. It is a colorless amorphous substance, readily soluble in alkaline fluids and especially characterized by its comparatively large content of phosphorus. It also contains nitrogen and sulphur.(Physiol. Chem.)