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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a single strand" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to refer to one individual piece of something, often in contexts related to materials, biology, or textiles.
Example: "The artist used a single strand of thread to create intricate designs on the fabric."
Alternatives: "one strand" or "a lone strand".
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Each jack held a single strand from a diagonal cable.
A single strand dangles off the end of each arm.
Ms. McGreevey wore a single strand; Ms. Spitzer wore two.
The fibres are brought together into a single strand below.
Molecules of RNA usually have only a single strand.
In others, a single strand is sponsored by the state.
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Furthermore, a putative double and a single-strand origin were identified.
To minimise the off-target effect, Cas9 nickase, which is capable of introducing a single-strand nick, is useful29.
The RNA is a single-strand macromolecule generated by transcription from the DNA.
In addition, a single-strand natural pearl necklace was also among the top 10 lots sold at the auction.
Double-strand breaks may also arise by DNA replication through a single-strand nick or gap.
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