Biology Dictionary

  • X-ray

    X-ray

    A form of electromagnetic radiation used in medical imaging and diagnostics to view internal structures of the body.

  • X-ray crystallography

    X-ray crystallography

    A technique used to determine the atomic and molecular structure of a crystal by observing the diffraction pattern of X-rays.

  • X-ray diffraction

    X-ray diffraction

    A technique used to study the atomic structure of materials by analyzing the way X-rays are scattered as they pass…

  • Xu5p

    Xu5p

    A chemical compound, often used in biochemical contexts, possibly referring to a pentose sugar phosphate.

  • Xylem

    Xylem

    The vascular tissue in plants that conducts water and dissolved nutrients upward from the roots and also helps to support…

  • Xylem vessel

    Xylem vessel

    A type of xylem tissue consisting of elongated cells that conduct water and nutrients in plants.

  • Y chromosome

    Y chromosome

    The male sex chromosome in many species, carrying genes that determine male sex characteristics.

  • Xenograft

    Xenograft

    A tissue or organ transplant between individuals of different species, such as from animals to humans.

  • Xenon (Xe)

    Xenon (Xe)

    A noble gas used in various applications such as in lighting, medical imaging, and anesthesia.

  • Xeric

    Xeric

    Describing environments that are dry or have limited water availability, typically referring to plant habitats.