Biology Flashcards

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Non-living components of an ecosystem, such as temperature, sunlight, and water.

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Abiotic

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The minimum amount of energy required to start a chemical reaction.

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Activation Energy

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The specific region of an enzyme where the substrate binds and the reaction is catalyzed.

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Active Site

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The building blocks (monomers) of proteins, containing an amino group, carboxyl group, and variable side chain.

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Amino Acids

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Living components of an ecosystem, including plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms.

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Biotic

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Organic macromolecules composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, primarily used for energy storage and structural purposes.

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Carbohydrates

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A substance that speeds up the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.

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Catalyst

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A structural polysaccharide found in the cell walls of plants, providing rigidity and support.

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Cellulose

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The molecule that stores and transmits genetic information in living organisms.

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DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid)

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Proteins that act as biological catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in living organisms.

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Enzymes