Biology Dictionary

  • Flagellin

    Flagellin

    A protein that forms the filament of flagella in bacteria, enabling the cell to move through its environment.

  • Flagellum (pl flagella)

    Flagellum (pl flagella)

    A long, whip-like structure used by some cells and organisms, including bacteria and sperm cells, for locomotion.

  • Flame cell

    Flame cell

    A specialized cell found in the excretory system of some invertebrates, such as flatworms, that helps remove waste through a ciliated structure.

  • Flanking DNA

    Flanking DNA

    DNA sequences located next to a gene or other genetic elements, often influencing the gene’s expression or function.

  • Flatworm

    Flatworm

    A type of invertebrate worm belonging to the phylum Platyhelminthes, characterized by a flat body structure.

  • Flavescent

    Flavescent

    Describing a yellow or yellowish color, often used in reference to plants or animals.

  • Flavin adenine dinucleotide (fad)

    Flavin adenine dinucleotide (fad)

    A coenzyme involved in redox reactions, playing a key role in cellular metabolism and energy production.

  • Flavin mononucleotide (fmn)

    Flavin mononucleotide (fmn)

    A coenzyme that is a derivative of riboflavin (vitamin B2), important in the electron transport chain of cells.

  • Flavonoid

    Flavonoid

    A group of plant compounds with antioxidant properties, often contributing to the color, taste, and health benefits of fruits and vegetables.

  • Flora

    Flora

    The plant life characteristic of a region, habitat, or geological period.