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zwitterion

Noun CEFR B2
ˈtsvɪtəɹ.aɪən

Definitions

A molecule, such as an amino acid, that carries both a positive and a negative charge.

Equivalents

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CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

zwitterionic zwitterionization zwitterionomer zwittermicin ZWJ ZWNBSP

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