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lipidic

UK
/lɪˈpɪdɪk/
US
/lɪˈpɪdɪk/

Translations

lipidicadjective
more lipidic
Comp.
most lipidic
Super.
UK
/lɪˈpɪdɪk/
US
/lɪˈpɪdɪk/
The lipidic nature of the cell membrane allows it to form a barrier that is impermeable to most water-soluble substances.
La nature lipidique de la membrane cellulaire lui permet de former une barrière imperméable à la plupart des substances hydrosolubles.
Additional translations
lipoïdePlus rare, surtout en contexte scientifique ou médical.
Synonyms
fatty
adipose
oily
oleaginous
greasy

Definitions

lipidicadjective
Relating to or resembling lipids, which are organic compounds that are fatty acids or their derivatives and are insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents.
The lipidic nature of the cell membrane allows it to form a barrier that is impermeable to most water-soluble substances.
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