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Cell biology

The study of cell structure, physiological properties, interactions with the environment and life cycle.

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Cell biology

cycadeoids

Biology; Cell biology

A group of gymnosperm seed plants not closely rated to, but superficially similar to, the cycads. Cycads and cycadeoids were dominant floristic elements of early and middle Mesozoic landscapes. This ...

cycads

Biology; Cell biology

Group of gymnosperm seed plants that have large fern-like leaves and reproduce by cones but not flowers.

cycle

Biology; Cell biology

A recurring sequence of events; e.g., the secretion of certain hormones at regular intervals.

cyclin

Biology; Cell biology

A protein found in the dividing cells of many organisms that acts as a control during cell division.

cystic fibrosis

Biology; Cell biology

An autosomalrecessive genetic disorder that causes the production of mucus that clogs the airways of the lungs and the ducts of the pancreas and other secretory glands.

cyanobacteria

Biology; Cell biology

Blue-green bacteria; unicellular or filamentous chains of cells that carry out photosynthesis.

crustaceans

Biology; Cell biology

A large taxonomic class of arthropods that includes lobsters, shrimps, and crabs.

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