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Definition of creatine (noun)
form: no plural

an amino acid that does not occur in proteins but is found in the muscle tissue of vertebrates

Examples
Creatine is stored in muscle cells and made in the liver, pancreas and kidney.

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Definition of in vitro (noun)
form: no plural

referring to processes and experiments occurring outside an organism in an artificial environment

Examples
In vitro fertilization helps couples who can not conceive.

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Definition of ketone (noun)
form plural: ketones

an organic compound that contains two alkyl groups attached to a carbonyl group

Examples
Fructose is a ketone.
In many plants, secondary compounds are concentrated in the trichomes and, for example, a ketone is thus concentrated in the hairs of tomato plants, but that same ketone has been found in the defence secretions of termites and caterpillars.

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Definition of thermal (adjective)
relating to heat

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A thermal reaction is one that involves a heat exchange.

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Definition of reflex action (noun)
form plural: reflex actions

a stereotyped and non-voluntary response that occurs in response to a stimulus

Examples
Constriction of the pupil in response to light is a reflex action.

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Definition of endocytosis (noun)
form: no plural

process where substances are taken into a cell

Examples
Phagocytosis is an example of endocytosis.

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Definition of concentration gradient (noun)
form plural: concentration gradients

a ratio of the quantity of a substance from one section to another

Examples
During diffusion particles naturally move down the concentration gradient.

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Definition of race (noun)
form plural: races

humans considered as a group, breed or strain

Examples
The human race may eventually die out.

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Definition of trachea (noun)
form: no plural

'windpipe'; cartilaginous tube that connects the larynx to the bronchi

Examples
The trachea is usually between 10 and 12 centimetres long.

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Definition of avoid (verb)
forms: avoided; avoided; avoiding

to keep away from; to prevent from happening

Examples
If you enjoy an occasional drink this may do no harm but by cutting out drink altogether you avoid any possible risks.

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