actinomyosin

[US]/ˌæktɪnəʊˈmaɪəsɪn/
[UK]/ˌæktɪnoʊˈmaɪəsɪn/

Translation

n.A complex protein composed of actin and myosin filaments that forms the contractile apparatus in muscle fibers

Phrases & Collocations

actinomyosin complex

actinomyosin filaments

actinomyosin contraction

actinomyosin interaction

actinomyosin activity

actinomyosin mechanism

actinomyosin structure

actinomyosin binding

actinomyosin assembly

actinomyosin regulation

Example Sentences

the actinomyosin contraction in smooth muscle cells is regulated by calcium ions.

actinomyosin filaments form the contractile apparatus in muscle fibers.

the actinomyosin complex coordinates force generation during cell movement.

dysfunction of actinomyosin activity can lead to muscle disorders.

researchers study actinomyosin bundles to understand cellular mechanics.

the actinomyosin network provides structural support in cytoskeletal organization.

actinomyosin dynamics regulate cell shape changes during division.

the actinomyosin motor powers various cellular processes.

calcium signaling modulates actinomyosin force production.

actinomyosin regulation involves multiple phosphorylation events.

the actinomyosin cytoskeleton responds to mechanical stress.

inhibiting actinomyosin interaction affects cell motility.

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