Glossary of terms used on this site
Glossary of biology.
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cochlea |
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whorled structure that contains receptors for transduction of the mechanical wave into an electrical signal |
cochlear structure that lies above the hair cells and participates in the transduction of sound at the hair cells |
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in a neuron, slight continuous activity while at rest |
codominance |
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in a heterozygote, complete and simultaneous expression of both alleles for the same characteristic |
codon |
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three consecutive nucleotides in mRNA that specify the insertion of an amino acid or the release of a polypeptide chain during translation |
coelom |
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lined body cavity |
coenocytic hypha |
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coenzyme |
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cofactor |
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inorganic ion, such as iron and magnesium ions, required for optimal enzyme activity regulation |
cognitive learning |
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knowledge and skills acquired by the manipulation of information in the mind |
cohesin |
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cohesion |
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intermolecular forces between water molecules caused by the polar nature of water; responsible for surface tension |
coleoptile |
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coleorhiza |
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covering of the root tip, found in germinating monocot seeds |
colinear |
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in terms of RNA and protein, three “units” of RNA (nucleotides) specify one “unit” of protein (amino acid) in a consecutive fashion |
collenchyma cell |
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elongated plant cell with unevenly thickened walls; provides structural support to the stem and leaves |