Synthesis of essential molecules. Magnesium is required for a number of steps during synthesis of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), ribonucleic acid (RNA), and proteins. Several enzymes participating in the synthesis of carbohydrates and lipids require magnesium for their activity.
Definition of cease and desist order. : an order from an administrative agency to refrain from a method of competition or a labor practice found by the agency to be unfair.
discontinue applies to the stopping of an accustomed activity or practice. we have discontinued the manufacture of that item; desist implies forbearance or restraint as a motive for stopping or ceasing. desisted from further efforts to persuade them