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Association constant

Definition
noun
A mathematical constant that describes the bonding affinity between two molecules at equilibrium.
Supplement
It is the measure of the affinity of an enzyme for its substrate. An example is the measure of the strength of binding in the hapten-antibody interaction.
Symbol: Ka
Synonyms:

  • affinity constant
  • binding constant

Compare: dissociation constant


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