Ecology
Define ecology
the branch of biology that deals with the relations of organisms to one another and to their physical surroundings.
define water basics
Water can act as an acid or a base because it can dissociate to some extent into H+ (hydrogen) ions which are acidic, and OH- (hydroxyl) ions which are alkaline (basic). Most hydrogen atoms consist of only 1 proton, but the isotopes deuterium and tritium have one and two neutrons in their nuclei respectively.
define cells
the smallest structural and functional unit of an organism, typically microscopic and consisting of cytoplasm and a nucleus enclosed in a membrane.
Define DNA
deoxyribonucleic acid, a self-replicating material which is present in nearly all living organisms as the main constituent of chromosomes. It is the carrier of genetic information.
Define genetics
the study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.
Define Autecology
the ecological study of an individual organism, or sometimes a particular species.Contrasted with synecology.
Define amino acids
a simple organic compound containing both a carboxyl (—COOH) and an amino (—NH2) group.
Define white blood cells
less technical term for leukocyte.
define RNA
ribonucleic acid, a nucleic acid present in all living cells. Its principal role is to act as a messenger carrying instructions from DNA for controlling the synthesis of proteins, although in some viruses RNA rather than DNA carries the genetic information.
Define heredity
the passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another.
the ecological study of whole plant or animal communities.
Define proteins
any of a class of nitrogenous organic compounds that consist of large molecules composed of one or more long chains of amino acids and are an essential part of all living organisms,
define red blood cells
less technical term for erythrocyte.
Explain the concept of molecular clocks
The concept of a molecular clock was first put forward in 1962 by chemist Linus Pauling and biologist Emile Zuckerkandl, and is based on the observation that genetic mutations, although random, occur at a relatively constant rate.
define units of heredity
The basic unit of heredity is a gene. A gene is a segment of DNA that codes for a specific protein or set of proteins. The DNA is configured into chromosomes, and each parent gives one of each chromosome to offspring.
basic branches of syncelogy
There are certainly branches of Scientology, in the sense that many organizations are part of the Church of Scientology, but they do not vie for power, they are all following orders from Miscavige. It is possible that factions will emerge when Miscavige dies.
define petides
a compound consisting of two or more amino acids linked in a chain, the carboxyl group of each acid being joined to the amino group of the next by a bond of the type
define cell theory
a theory in biology that includes one or both of the statements that the cell is the fundamental structural and functional unit of living matter and that the organism is composed of autonomous cells with its properties being the sum of those of its cells.
What does dna stand for
deoxyribonucleic acid,
Define phenotype
the set of observable characteristics of an individual resulting from the interaction of its genotype with the environment.
define ecological factors
factors of ecology
define nuclelic acids
a complex organic substance present in living cells, especially DNA or RNA, whose molecules consist of many nucleotides linked in a long chain.
define cell specialization
Cell specialization is the differentiation of cells as they develop, depending on their location in a tissue or organ
DNA and genetics
they are very similar
Define Genotype
the genetic constitution of an individual organism