Biology Dictionary

  • Cytokinin

    Cytokinin

    A class of plant hormones that promote cell division and growth, and are involved in various aspects of plant development.

  • Cytological map

    Cytological map

    A diagram or representation of the chromosome structure and the position of genes, typically used in the study of genetics.

  • Cytologist

    Cytologist

    A scientist who studies cells, particularly their structure, function, and behavior, often using microscopy.

  • Cytology (also cell biology)

    Cytology (also cell biology)

    The branch of biology that focuses on the study of cells, their structures, functions, and behaviors.

  • Cytolytic

    Cytolytic

    Referring to the destruction or dissolution of cells, often by the action of enzymes or toxins.

  • Cytometer

    Cytometer

    An instrument used to measure various properties of cells, such as size, density, and fluorescence.

  • Cytophotometry

    Cytophotometry

    A technique used to measure the concentration of specific substances within cells by using light absorption or fluorescence.

  • Cytoplasm

    Cytoplasm

    The gel-like substance within the cell membrane, excluding the nucleus, which contains organelles and is involved in cellular processes.

  • Cytoplasmic inheritance

    Cytoplasmic inheritance

    Inheritance of traits determined by genes located in the cytoplasm, typically in mitochondria or plastids, rather than in the nucleus.

  • Cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS)

    Cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS)

    A condition in plants where the male reproductive organs are sterile due to a mutation in the cytoplasmic genes, often used in plant breeding.