ANTIPORTERS
\ˌantɪpˈɔːtəz], \ˌantɪpˈɔːtəz], \ˌa_n_t_ɪ_p_ˈɔː_t_ə_z]\
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Membrane transporters that co-transport two or more dissimilar molecules in the opposite direction across a membrane. Usually the transport of one ion or molecule is against its electrochemical gradient and is "powered" by the movement of another ion or molecule with its electrochemical gradient.
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beta Lactams
- Cyclic amides formed aminocarboxy acids by the elimination water. They isomeric with lactims, which are enol forms of lactams. (From Dorland, 27th ed)