Biology Dictionary

  • Evolution

    Evolution

    The process by which different kinds of living organisms are thought to have developed and diversified from earlier forms during the history of the Earth.

  • Evolutionarily

    Evolutionarily

    Relating to the process of evolution, describing how traits or species have changed over time.

  • Evolutionarily conserved

    Evolutionarily conserved

    Referring to genes, traits, or sequences that have remained relatively unchanged throughout evolution across different species.

  • Evolutionary (also evolutional)

    Evolutionary (also evolutional)

    Pertaining to or resulting from the process of evolution.

  • Evolutionism

    Evolutionism

    The theory or belief in the gradual development of species through the process of evolution.

  • Evolutionist

    Evolutionist

    A person who advocates or supports the theory of evolution.

  • Estuarine (adj)

    Estuarine (adj)

    Relating to or found in estuaries, where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with seawater.

  • Estuary

    Estuary

    A coastal area where freshwater from rivers and streams meets and mixes with seawater, providing a unique habitat for various species.

  • Ethanol

    Ethanol

    A type of alcohol (C2H5OH) commonly used in alcoholic beverages, as a solvent, and as a fuel.

  • Ether

    Ether

    A class of organic compounds that contain an oxygen atom bonded to two alkyl or aryl groups, often used as solvents or anesthetics.