Biology

an organism's smallest unit, capable of functioning on its own

The study of cells, known as cell biology or cytology, delves into their structure, function, and interactions.

a living thing such as a plant, animal, etc., especially a very small one that lives on its own

The pond ecosystem is home to a variety of organisms, including fish, algae, and bacteria.

(biochemistry) a chemical substance that carries the genetic information, which is present in every cell and some viruses

DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid, contains the genetic instructions for living organisms.

(biochemistry) a chemical substance that carries the information from DNA to control the cellular protein biosynthesis

RNA transcribes genetic information from DNA to guide protein production.

(genetics) a basic unit of heredity and a sequence of nucleotides in DNA that is located on a chromosome in a cell and controls a particular quality

The gene responsible for eye color is inherited from both parents.

a substance found in food such as meat, eggs, seeds, etc. which is an essential part of the diet and keeps the body strong and healthy

Chicken and fish are excellent sources of protein.

(biology) the slow and gradual development of living things throughout the history of the earth

Evolution is the process by which species change over time in response to environmental pressures.

a microscopic agent that causes disease in people, animals, and plants

A virus entered his body and made him sick.

a single-celled microorganism that typically reproduces by cell division and can be found in various environments, including soil, water, and living organisms

Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a common bacterium found in the intestines of humans and animals.

a plant-like organism that often grows on organic matter and has no flowers or leaves, such as moulds and mushrooms

They discovered a new species of fungus in the rainforest that glows in the dark.

a blood protein produced to fight diseases or infections, or in response to foreign substances in the body

Antibodies stop harmful germs and tag them for immune cells to destroy.

a chemical substance produced in the body of living things influencing growth and affecting the functionality of cells or tissues

Insulin, a hormone from the pancreas, controls blood sugar levels.

(biology) the part of a cell that contains most of the genetic information

The nucleus of a cell contains genetic material in the form of DNA, which regulates cellular activities.

a cell that is responsible for transmitting nerve impulses between the brain and the rest of the body

Neurons transmit signals at speeds of up to 120 meters per second.