modification (redirected from Moded)

modification [‚mäd·ə·fə′kā·shən]

(cell and molecular biology)

In nucleic acid metabolism, any changes made to deoxyribonucleic acid or ribonucleic acid after their original incorporation into a polynucleotide chain.

(engineering)

A major or minor change in the design of an item, effected in order to correct a deficiency, to facilitate production, or to improve operational effectiveness.

(metallurgy)

Treatment of molten aluminum alloys containing 8-13% silicon with small amounts of a sodium fluoride or sodium chloride mixture; improves mechanical properties.

(science and technology)

Any change brought about by external or internal factors.