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Meaning of membrane attack complex | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

A structure, typically formed on the surface of a pathogen cell membrane as a result of the activation of the host's complement system, creating transmembrane channels that disrupt the cell membrane, leading to cell lysis and death.

CEFR level

C1
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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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membrane bone membrane distillation membrane filtration membrane keyboard membrane mimetic chemistry membrane potential

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