Medicinal Chemists Use the Shapes of Molecules and Forces Between

question 99

True/False

Medicinal chemists use the shapes of molecules and forces between them to create new life-saving or life-changing medicines.

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Definitions:

PKU

Phenylketonuria, a genetic disorder leading to the inability to metabolize phenylalanine, which can cause brain damage if not treated with a special diet from birth.

Special Diet

A diet specifically designed to meet the unique nutritional needs or restrictions of an individual, often for medical or health reasons.

Lactose

A sugar present in milk, consisting of glucose and galactose, used by the body for energy.

Migraine Headaches

A neurological condition characterized by intense, debilitating headaches, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound.