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n. - The monovalent radical, CH2OH, present in primary alcohols.

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  • By blocking the enzyme HMG Co-A reductase hydroxymethyl glutaric acid-CoA reductase which is responsible for transforming HMG to mevalonate.
  • It can even distinguish between a methyl and a hydroxymethyl group.
  • One of the most common buffers used in molecular and cell biology labs is "Tris," short for a base called tris (hydroxymethyl) aminomethane.
  • Welchol (R), is the first and only medication indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve both glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus, and to...
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