Biology Dictionary

  • Peptidoglycan

    Peptidoglycan

    A polymer consisting of sugars and amino acids that forms the cell wall in most bacteria.

  • Perfusion

    Perfusion

    The process of delivering blood to the capillary bed in the tissues, or the administration of a fluid to an…

  • Pericardiac

    Pericardiac

    Relating to the pericardium, the membranous sac that surrounds the heart.

  • Pericardial

    Pericardial

    Pertaining to the pericardium, the protective sac that surrounds the heart.

  • Pericarditic

    Pericarditic

    Referring to inflammation of the pericardium, known as pericarditis.

  • Pericarditis

    Pericarditis

    Infection or inflammation of the pericardium, the membrane surrounding the heart.

  • Pericardium

    Pericardium

    The double-walled membrane surrounding the heart and the roots of the great vessels.

  • Pericarp

    Pericarp

    The part of a fruit that encloses the seed, typically consisting of the exocarp, mesocarp, and endocarp.

  • Peritoneal cavity

    Peritoneal cavity

    The space between the layers of the peritoneum that surrounds the abdominal organs.

  • Peritoneum

    Peritoneum

    The serous membrane lining the abdominal cavity and covering the abdominal organs.