Biology Dictionary

  • Interspecific

    Interspecific

    Occurring between different species.

  • Interspecific competition

    Interspecific competition

    Competition for resources between individuals of different species.

  • Interspecific hybridization

    Interspecific hybridization

    The crossing of individuals from different species to produce hybrid offspring.

  • Interstitial

    Interstitial

    Relating to or situated in the small spaces between tissues or organs.

  • Interstitial cell stimulating hormone

    Interstitial cell stimulating hormone

    Another name for luteinizing hormone (LH), which stimulates testosterone production in males.

  • Intertidal zone

    Intertidal zone

    The coastal area that is exposed to the air at low tide and submerged at high tide.

  • Intertidal

    Intertidal

    Relating to the area of the shore that is exposed to the air at low tide and submerged at high tide.

  • Inorganic molecules

    Inorganic molecules

    Molecules that do not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds, such as water, salts, and minerals.

  • Insecticide

    Insecticide

    A chemical used to kill or manage the population of insects.

  • Insectivores

    Insectivores

    Animals that primarily feed on insects.