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Meaning of VALINE

Pronunciation:  'valeen

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  an essential amino acid found in proteins; important for growth in children and nitrogen balance in adults
 
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 See Also: essential amino acid

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: One of the twenty naturally occurring amino acids. Has the following chemical characteristics:
 pKa1   pKa2     pI      Water Solubility (30deg C) 2.32   9.62    5.97              7
 

 

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