Biology Dictionary

  • Consensus sequence

    Consensus sequence

    A nucleotide sequence that represents the most common nucleotides found at each position across a set of related sequences.

  • Conservation biologist

    Conservation biologist

    A scientist who studies the conservation of biodiversity, ecosystems, and species, often working to protect endangered species and habitats.

  • Conservation biology

    Conservation biology

    The multidisciplinary field that focuses on the preservation of biodiversity and the study of ecosystems and species at risk of extinction.

  • Conspecific

    Conspecific

    Belonging to the same species, often used to describe individuals or populations that are genetically similar or identical.

  • Constitutively

    Constitutively

    Describing a process or function that occurs continuously or without external regulation, often in reference to gene expression or enzyme activity.

  • Compound formula

    Compound formula

    A chemical formula that shows the elements present in a compound and the ratio of atoms of each element.

  • Compound leaf

    Compound leaf

    A leaf that is divided into multiple leaflets, all attached to a central petiole.

  • Compound microscope

    Compound microscope

    A microscope with multiple lenses that magnify small objects, typically used in laboratory settings for examining tiny specimens.

  • Compression wood (see reaction wood)

    Compression wood (see reaction wood)

    Wood that forms on the underside of branches or leaning stems, thicker and denser than normal wood, used to counteract gravitational stress.

  • Concentration

    Concentration

    The amount of a substance in a given volume of solution or space, often expressed in molarity or percentage.