Ligand

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-015726",
  "term": "Ligand",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. A molecule that binds to another molecule, used especially to refer to a small molecule that binds specifically to a larger molecule.\n\n2. A molecule, such as a hormone or growth factor, that binds to a specific site on a receptor protein.",
  "references": [
    "NIH Genetics Home Reference Glossary",
    "NOAA Coral Reef Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/ligand/"
}