Biology Dictionary

  • Canalization

    Canalization

    The process by which a biological system or pathway becomes stable and resistant to variation, often in response to environmental…

  • Cancer

    Cancer

    A group of diseases characterized by uncontrolled cell growth and division, often leading to the formation of tumors that can…

  • Canid

    Canid

    A member of the family Canidae, which includes dogs, wolves, foxes, and other related animals.

  • Canidae

    Canidae

    The biological family that includes dogs, wolves, foxes, and other canids, known for their carnivorous diet and social behaviors.

  • Canine

    Canine

    Relating to dogs or the canine family, or referring to the pointed teeth (canine teeth) found in mammals.

  • C3 carbon fixation pathway

    C3 carbon fixation pathway

    The most common pathway for carbon fixation in plants, in which carbon dioxide is incorporated into a 3-carbon compound through…

  • C3 plant

    C3 plant

    A plant that uses the C3 carbon fixation pathway, typical in cooler and wetter climates, like most trees and crops.

  • C4 plant

    C4 plant

    A plant that uses the C4 carbon fixation pathway, allowing for more efficient photosynthesis in hot and dry environments, like…

  • Ca

    Ca

    The chemical symbol for calcium, a vital element involved in cellular processes, bone structure, and muscle function.

  • Caat box

    Caat box

    A conserved DNA sequence found in the promoter region of many eukaryotic genes, important for transcription initiation.