selectivity (Meaning)

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selectivity (n)

the property of being selective

The membrane's selectivity ensures the passage of specific substances while blocking others.
Ion channels exhibit high selectivity for certain ion types, enabling precise regulation of electrical signals.
The filter membrane's selectivity prevents larger molecules from passing through while allowing smaller ones to enter.
The selectivity of enzymes enables them to catalyze specific chemical reactions by binding to specific substrates.
The immune system's selectivity allows it to distinguish between foreign and self-antigens.
The selectivity of detection methods determines the accuracy and specificity of diagnostic tests.
The selectivity of a purification process ensures the isolation of target molecules from a mixture.
The selective breeding of plants enhances desirable traits by selecting for individuals with specific genetic characteristics.
The selectivity of pesticides targets specific pests while minimizing harm to beneficial organisms.
The selectivity of pharmaceuticals allows them to bind to specific receptors or targets, enhancing their effectiveness and reducing side effects.

the property of being selective

alertness, accuracy,discrimination, precision, specificity, preciseness, exactness, fineness, exactitude, cautiousness

generality, inaccuracy, inaccuracy, generality,imprecision, vagueness, imprecision, vagueness, indistinctness, indistinctness

The membrane's selectivity ensures the passage of specific substances while blocking others.

Ion channels exhibit high selectivity for certain ion types, enabling precise regulation of electrical signals.

The filter membrane's selectivity prevents larger molecules from passing through while allowing smaller ones to enter.

The selectivity of enzymes enables them to catalyze specific chemical reactions by binding to specific substrates.