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Biochemistry
The scientific study of the chemistry of living matter.
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contractile vacuole
Biology; Biochemistry
In many protists, a specialized vacuole with associated channels designed to collect excess water in the cell. Microtubules periodically contract to force this excess water out of the cell, ...
cytoplasm
Biology; Biochemistry
All the contents of a cell, including the plasma membrane,but not including the nucleus.
cytoskeleton
Biology; Biochemistry
Integrated system of molecules within eukaryotic cells which provides them with shape, internal spatial organization, motility, and may assist in communication with other cells and the environment. ...
dikaryotic
Biology; Biochemistry
Having two different and distinct nuclei per cell; found in the fungi. A dikaryotic individual is called a dikaryon.
deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)
Biology; Biochemistry
"Deoxyribonucleic acid" - the nucleic acid which carries the genetic code of an organism. It is the primary component of chromosomes.
turpentine
Biology; Biochemistry
Turpentine is a volatile oil, created from (pine) tree secretion; it is generally used in mixing paints.
