How Do You Spell DYNEIN?

Pronunciation: [dˈa͡ɪniːn] (IPA)

Dynein is a motor protein which moves along microtubule in cells. Its spelling is derived from its pronunciation, which includes two syllables: di-nene. The first syllable "dy" is pronounced "dai", using the IPA symbol /daɪ/. The second syllable is pronounced "neen", using the IPA symbol /niːn/. Dynein plays a key role in a variety of cellular processes such as transport of vesicles, organelles and chromosomes during cell division. Correct spelling of the word is important for scientific communication and understanding of basic cell biology.

DYNEIN Meaning and Definition

1. Dynein is a molecular motor protein that plays a critical role in the movement of cellular cargo along the microtubule tracks in eukaryotic cells. It is a member of the large superfamily of AAA+ (ATPases Associated with diverse cellular Activities) proteins and is found in many organisms ranging from yeast to humans.

   The structure and function of dynein are highly complex. It consists of multiple subunits, with the heavy chain being the largest and most important component. Dynein utilizes ATP hydrolysis to generate the necessary energy for its movement along microtubules. This movement is predominantly directed towards the minus end of the microtubule, which is typically oriented towards the cell body.

   Dynein is involved in a wide range of cellular processes, including intracellular transport, mitosis, cilia and flagella movement, and the positioning of organelles within the cell. It is responsible for the anterograde transport of cargo from the cell periphery towards the nucleus, as opposed to the retrograde transport mediated by the kinesin motor proteins.

   Defects in dynein function can lead to various diseases and disorders, such as neurodegenerative diseases and developmental disorders. Research on dynein has been crucial in understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying these conditions and has also provided insights into the broader field of molecular motors and intracellular transport.

Common Misspellings for DYNEIN

• synein
• xynein
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Etymology of DYNEIN

The word "dynein" is derived from the Greek word "dýnamis", which means "force" or "power". It is a combination of "dýnamis" and the suffix "-in", which is commonly used to name proteins. So, dynein essentially means "protein of force" or "protein of power" in reference to its role in generating force for various cellular processes.

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Plural form of DYNEIN is DYNEINS