Define the Term Molecule

question 94

Essay

Define the term molecule.

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Definitions:

Distribution Half-life

The time it takes for a substance (such as a drug) to reduce to half its initial concentration in the blood or body, indicating how quickly it is processed and distributed.

Enteral

Referring to the route of medication or nutrition administration directly into the intestines, usually through a tube.

Lipid-soluble

Refers to the ability of a substance to dissolve in fats, oils, and lipids, which influences its absorption and distribution within the body.

Water-soluble

Refers to substances that can dissolve in water, indicating their ability to mix with water at the molecular level to form a homogeneous solution.