strandforming
Strandforming is a process involving the creation of elongated, thread-like structures. These structures, often referred to as strands, can vary significantly in composition, size, and the mechanisms by which they are formed. In biological contexts, strandforming is fundamental to the existence of DNA and RNA, where the double helix or single strands are essential for genetic information storage and transmission. Proteins can also aggregate into filamentous structures, playing roles in cellular architecture, movement, and signaling.
Beyond biology, the term can apply to materials science and engineering. For instance, the manufacturing of