Biology Concepts

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Organism

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A living thing that can function on its own.

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Cellular Respiration

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The process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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Rate

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The speed at which a process occurs.

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Input / Output

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Materials or information that enter or leave a system.

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Process

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A series of actions or steps taken to achieve a particular end.

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Model

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A representation of a system or concept.

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Increase

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To become larger or greater in size, amount, or degree.

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Independent Variable

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The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment.

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Dependent Variable

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The variable that is tested and measured in a scientific experiment.

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Control Group

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The group in an experiment that does not receive the treatment and is used as a benchmark.