Biology Dictionary

  • Lipocyte

    Lipocyte

    A fat-storing cell (adipocyte) found in connective tissue.

  • Lipogenesis

    Lipogenesis

    The metabolic process of synthesizing fats from carbohydrates or other substrates.

  • Lipopeptide

    Lipopeptide

    A molecule composed of a lipid linked to a peptide, often involved in bacterial signaling or antibiotic function.

  • Lipoprotein

    Lipoprotein

    A complex of lipids and proteins that transports fats (e.g., cholesterol) in the bloodstream (e.g., HDL, LDL).

  • Liposarcoma

    Liposarcoma

    A rare malignant tumor derived from fat cells (adipocytes).

  • Liposome

    Liposome

    An artificial vesicle composed of a lipid bilayer, used in drug delivery or membrane studies.

  • Liquid

    Liquid

    A state of matter with a definite volume but no fixed shape, where molecules flow freely.

  • Listeria

    Listeria

    A genus of bacteria (e.g., Listeria monocytogenes) that can cause foodborne infections (listeriosis).

  • Listeriosis

    Listeriosis

    An infection caused by Listeria bacteria, often from contaminated food, dangerous to pregnant women and immunocompromised individuals.

  • Liter (L)

    Liter (L)

    A metric unit of volume equal to 1 cubic decimeter (1000 milliliters).