Fusion

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004731",
  "term": "Fusion",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The process of joining two or more biological entities, such as cells, protoplasts, or membranes, to form a single, combined structure. This can occur naturally, as in fertilization, or be induced artificially in laboratory settings. Cell fusion is a technique used in biotechnology to create hybrid cells with combined genetic material, for example, in the production of monoclonal antibodies.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and the Environment",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1992, 64, 143. 'Glossary for chemists of terms used in biotechnology (IUPAC Recommendations 1992)' on page 154 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199264010143)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/fusion/"
}