Biology Dictionary

  • Decaliter

    Decaliter

    A metric unit of volume, equal to 10 liters.

  • Decarboxylation

    Decarboxylation

    A chemical reaction that removes a carboxyl group (-COOH) from a molecule, often occurring in metabolic processes such as the citric acid cycle.

  • Deciduous

    Deciduous

    Describing trees or plants that shed their leaves annually, typically in the fall.

  • Deciduous forest

    Deciduous forest

    A type of forest characterized by trees that lose their leaves seasonally, typically found in temperate regions with distinct seasons.

  • Deciliter

    Deciliter

    A metric unit of volume equal to one-tenth of a liter (0.1 L).

  • Decimorgan

    Decimorgan

    A unit of genetic distance used to describe the frequency of recombination between two loci on a chromosome.

  • Decomposer

    Decomposer

    An organism that breaks down dead material and organic waste, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

  • Decomposers

    Decomposers

    Organisms such as bacteria and fungi that break down dead organic matter and waste materials, aiding in nutrient recycling.

  • Decubation

    Decubation

    The act of lying down or reclining, particularly for rest or sleep.

  • Decubital

    Decubital

    Relating to or involving the position of lying down, especially in reference to bedsores (decubitus ulcers).