Biology

Biology

A natural science concerned with the study of life or living matter in all its forms and phenomena, especially in relation to their origin, growth, reproduction, structure, behaviour and evolution.

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nutrient

Biology; Biochemistry

A substance, such as protein or a mineral, that living things need for proper growth and good health.

rot

Biology; Biochemistry

To decay by being broken down into simple chemical compounds, especially by bacteria or fungi.

saliva

Biology; Biochemistry

The watery fluid in the mouth that is produced by glands under the tongue and in the jaw.

hydrophobic

Biology; Biochemistry

"Water fearing". Hydrophobic compounds do not dissolve easily in water, and are usually non-polar. Oils and other long hydrocarbons are hydrophobic.

integrin

Biology; Biochemistry

Adhesive protein of the extracellular matrix in animals.

ion

Biology; Biochemistry

An atom or small molecule which carries a positive or negative charge.

isotopic analysis

Biology; Biochemistry

The study of the geochemistry of stable isotopes in naturally occurring sediments and biological structures. Stable isotopes are atomic variations of elements that are stable over ...