heterotropic
Concerning an effect in one entity that is controlled or influenced by a separate…Concerning an effect in one entity that is controlled or influenced by a separate entity, such as when one ligand influences the binding of another ligand.
Meaning
3 senses(not comparable)Concerning an effect in one entity that is controlled or influenced by a separate entity, such as when one ligand influences the binding of another ligand.
(not comparable)Concerning a process that abnormally takes place outside of its normal system as well as within its normal system.
(not comparable)Arising from the interaction of separate people or entities.
Origin
From hetero- + tropic.From hetero- + tropic.
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