Biology Dictionary

  • Lysogenic virus

    Lysogenic virus

    A type of virus that integrates its genome into the host’s genome, remaining dormant until activation.

  • Lysogeny

    Lysogeny

    A type of viral replication where the virus integrates into the host genome and remains dormant.

  • Lysstrosaurus fauna

    Lysstrosaurus fauna

    The fauna associated with the Permian period, particularly focusing on the genus Lystrosaurus, an early reptile.

  • Lytic cycle

    Lytic cycle

    A viral replication cycle in which the virus enters a host cell, replicates its genome, and causes the cell to burst, releasing new viral particles.

  • Macrocephalic

    Macrocephalic

    Having an abnormally large head, often used in reference to certain medical or genetic conditions.

  • Macroevolution

    Macroevolution

    Large-scale evolutionary changes that occur over long geological periods, leading to the formation of new species or major changes in biodiversity.

  • Macrofossil

    Macrofossil

    A fossil of a large organism, typically visible without a microscope, such as bones or shells.

  • Macromolecule

    Macromolecule

    A large molecule, typically made up of smaller subunits, such as proteins, nucleic acids, and polysaccharides.

  • Macronucleus

    Macronucleus

    The large nucleus in certain protozoans, responsible for controlling the cell’s metabolic functions and activities.

  • Macronutrients

    Macronutrients

    Essential nutrients required by organisms in large amounts, such as carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.