Doppelhelix
double helix
The German word "Doppelhelix" translates to "double helix" in English. It is a compound noun formed from "doppel" (double) and "Helix" (helix). The term is most commonly used in the context of molecular biology to describe the structure of DNA, which consists of two intertwined strands that form the helix shape. Similar words include "DNA-Strang" (DNA strand) and "Helix"-related terms, but "Doppelhelix" specifically denotes the two-strand formation. The distinction lies in that "Doppelhelix" refers strictly to the paired, coiled structure of DNA, while related terms might not imply this specific configuration.
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Die Struktur der DNA wird oft als Doppelhelix beschrieben.word
The structure of DNA is often described as a double helix.
Forscher erklären die Doppelhelix in einem Artikel.word
Researchers explain the double helix in an article.
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