Biology Dictionary

  • Faucial reflex

    Faucial reflex

    A reflex action triggered by stimulation of the fauces or back of the throat, such as swallowing or gagging.

  • Faucitis

    Faucitis

    Inflammation of the fauces or the back of the throat, often associated with infections or irritation.

  • Fauna

    Fauna

    The collective term for animal life in a particular region or environment.

  • Fbp

    Fbp

    Folate binding protein, a protein involved in the transport and metabolism of folate in the body.

  • Fbbase

    Fbbase

    A base in the bacterial genome associated with the formation of bacterial biofilms.

  • Fd

    Fd

    Ferredoxin, a protein involved in electron transfer reactions in plants, bacteria, and some other organisms.

  • Febricity

    Febricity

    The state of having a fever or elevated body temperature.

  • Febrifuge

    Febrifuge

    A substance or medication used to reduce fever.

  • Febrile

    Febrile

    Referring to or associated with fever, typically indicating an infection or inflammation.

  • Febris

    Febris

    A Latin term meaning fever, often used in medical or historical contexts.