Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lys
Noun
/lɪs/
Definition
A unit of measurement in the field of chemistry, typically used to denote the quantity of a substance.
Examples
- The chemist measured the reactants in lys to ensure an accurate experiment.
- In biology, the lys might indicate the concentration of glucose in a solution.
Meaning
In a more specific context, ‘lys’ can refer to the process by which cells break down substances for energy or to produce new cellular material.
Synonyms
- measurement
- amount
- quantity
