
Description of creatine (noun: no plural) an amino acid that does not occur in proteins but is found in the muscle tissue of vertebrates
Samples of creatine Creatine is stored in muscle cells and made in the liver, pancreas and kidney.
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Description of in vitro (noun: no plural) referring to processes and experiments occurring outside an organism in an artificial environment
Samples of in vitro In vitro fertilization helps couples who can not conceive.
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Description of ketone (noun: plural: ketones) an organic compound that contains two alkyl groups attached to a carbonyl group
Samples of ketone 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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Description of thermal (adjective) relating to heat
Samples of thermal A thermal reaction is one that involves a heat exchange.
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Description of reflex action (noun: plural: reflex actions) a stereotyped and non-voluntary response that occurs in response to a stimulus
Samples of reflex action Constriction of the pupil in response to light is a reflex action.
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Description of endocytosis (noun: no plural) process where substances are taken into a cell
Samples of endocytosis Phagocytosis is an example of endocytosis.
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Description of concentration gradient (noun: plural: concentration gradients) a ratio of the quantity of a substance from one section to another
Samples of concentration gradient During diffusion particles naturally move down the concentration gradient.
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Description of race (noun: plural: races) humans considered as a group, breed or strain
Samples of race The human race may eventually die out.
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Description of trachea (noun: no plural) 'windpipe'; cartilaginous tube that connects the larynx to the bronchi
Samples of trachea The trachea is usually between 10 and 12 centimetres long.
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Description of avoid (verb: avoided; avoided; avoiding) to keep away from; to prevent from happening
Samples of avoid 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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