mechanism

/ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/

the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction

中文释义：机制；机理

The mechanism of photosynthesis involves converting light energy into chemical energy.

光合作用的机制涉及将光能转化为化学能。

Researchers discovered a new mechanism that triggers immune responses in cells.

研究人员发现了一种触发细胞免疫反应的新机制。