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Cross linking

Cross linking
1. (Science: chemistry) The linking of the chains of a polymer to one another so that the polymer, as a network, becomes stronger and more resistant to being dissolved.
2. (Science: molecular biology) The abnormal linking of two strands of dna by covalent bonds (as opposed to the normal hydrogen bonds between base pairs), which can occur by exposure to x-rays. Such linking is a type of damage to the dna molecule and must be repaired before the dna can replicate and function properly again.

Last updated on January 15th, 2021

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