AUREOLIC ACID
\ˌɔːɹɪˈɒlɪk ˈasɪd], \ˌɔːɹɪˈɒlɪk ˈasɪd], \ˌɔː_ɹ_ɪ__ˈɒ_l_ɪ_k ˈa_s_ɪ_d]\
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A tricyclic pentaglycosidic antibiotic from Streptomyces strains that inhibits RNA and protein synthesis by adhering to DNA. It is used as a fluorescent dye and as an antineoplastic agent, especially in bone and testicular tumors. Plicamycin is also used to reduce hypercalcemia, especially that due to malignancies.
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hydromorphic
- [Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.