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1st 9weeks Review
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Second order heterotroph | Carnivores that feed on herbivores (secondary consumer) |
| Nucleotide | The monomer of the biomolecule Nucleic Acid which stores genetic information. |
| Enzymes | Proteins that speed up the rate of chemical reactions |
| Carbohydrate | Its function is to provide a fast source of energy. Its monomer is a monosaccharide and its polymer is a polysaccharide. |
| Lipids | It's function is to provide a long term source of energy and insulation. It is composed of a Glycerol and fatty acids, and some examples are wax, steroid and cholesterol. |
| Protein | A long chain made of monomers called amino acids. |
| Activation Energy | The minimum amount of energy that is required to start a chemical reaction and that is lowered by enzymes to speed up digestion. |
| Biomolecules | Are also referred to as organic molecules and macromolecules. |
| Hydrolysis | Breaking a molecule into its monomers by using water |
| Dehydration synthesis | When small molecules combine to form big molecules by releasing water |
| Mutualism | A symbiotic relationship in which both organisms benefit |
| Commensalism | A symbiotic relationship in which one organism benefits and the other remains neutral |
| Parasitism | A symbiotic relationship in which one organism benefits and the other is affected. |
| Green house effect | Process by which the earths atmosphere traps solar radiation because of the presence of certain gases. This could contribute to global warming and lead to a decrease in biodiversity. |
| Secondary Succession | When life returns to a previously established community. |
| Primary Succession | When new life establishes in an area that has never been colonized before |
| Carrying Capacity | The maximum population size that the environment can support |