Meaning Of The Word Zwitterion

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What's The Definition Of Zwitterion?

zwitterion in American English
an ion carrying both a positive and a negative charge in different parts of the molecule, as in certain amino acids and protein molecules
noun: an ion with both a positive and a negative charge

zwitterion in British English
noun: an ion that carries both a positive and a negative charge

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