Definition

A type of protein made up of eight linked amino acids.

Example

The scientist studied the effects of the octapeptide on cell growth.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of an octapeptide?

I think I read something about it in a science article.

Yeah, it's pretty interesting how it consists of eight amino acids.

Exactly! I heard it plays a role in some important biological processes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Octapeptide → It is formed from "octa-" (from Greek "okto", meaning eight) and "peptide" (from Greek "peptos", meaning digested or to digest). The word refers to a chain of eight amino acids linked together, resembling a small protein.

Memory Tip

Think of 'eight' ('octa-') amino acids 'linked together' ('peptide') to remember that an octapeptide is a chain of eight amino acids.

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