Pairs per Turn of the Helix in Solution: The Mica Experiment. The Double Helix Has Minor and Major Grooves. As a result of the double-helical structure of the two chains, the DNA. molecule is a long extended polymer with two grooves that are not.
DEFINITION of 'Initial Interest Rate Cap'. The maximum amount the interest rate on an adjustable-rate loan can adjust on its first scheduled adjustment date. This is part of the interest rate cap structure on the loan, usually a mortgage, which helps to give borrowers some protection from payment shock but does limit the benefit from interest rate reductions.
Interest is defined as the amount of money paid for the use of someone else's money. An example of interest is the $20 that was earned this year on your savings account. An example of interest is the $2000 you paid in interest this year on your home loan. The definition of interest is the right or claim someone has over something.