beta

beta definition - medical

be·ta (bāˈtə, bēˈ-)

noun
  1. Symbol β The second letter of the Greek alphabet.
  2. The second item in a series or system of classification.
  3. A beta particle.
  4. A beta ray.
adjective
  1. Of or relating to the second position from a designated carbon atom in an organic molecule at which an atom or a radical may be substituted.
  2. Of or relating to an isomeric variation of a chemical compound, such as a stereoisomer.

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