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SBW (151-2)
Science
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| gamete | mature reproductive cell that unites with another to form a new organism |
| mitosis | method of cell division for body cells that results in two identical cells |
| meiosis | method of cell division for sex cells that results in four unique cells |
| deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) | double helix structure containing an individual's genetic code |
| chromosome | structure found in the nucleus that carries the genetic information for an organism |
| independent variable | varible that is intentionally changed to observe its effect on the dependent variable |
| science | way of learning about the natural world through observations and logical reasoning; leads to a body of knowledge |