1st 9weeks Review Word Scramble
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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 |
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