Biology Dictionary

  • Binary compound

    Binary compound

    A chemical compound composed of two different elements.

  • Binary fission

    Binary fission

    A method of asexual reproduction in which a single organism divides into two genetically identical offspring.

  • Binding site

    Binding site

    A specific region on a molecule, typically a protein or enzyme, where another molecule, such as a substrate or ligand,…

  • Binomial

    Binomial

    A mathematical expression or equation involving two terms, often used in the context of binomial nomenclature or binomial distribution.

  • Binomial nomenclature

    Binomial nomenclature

    A formal system of naming species of living organisms using two names: the genus and the species, typically in Latin…

  • Basophil

    Basophil

    A type of white blood cell involved in immune responses, particularly those related to allergies and parasitic infections.

  • Bathypelagic

    Bathypelagic

    Relating to the deepest part of the ocean, typically below 1000 meters, where there is little light and high pressure.

  • Batrachoid

    Batrachoid

    Relating to frogs or other amphibians, often referring to the family Batrachoididae of fish species.

  • Batrachotoxin

    Batrachotoxin

    A potent toxin found in certain amphibians, including frogs, which can cause paralysis and death.

  • B-cell

    B-cell

    A type of white blood cell that is part of the adaptive immune system and produces antibodies to neutralize pathogens.