Biology Dictionary

  • Oncospheres

    Oncospheres

    The early larval stage of parasitic worms, especially those involved in diseases like cysticercosis.

  • One gene

    One gene

    A term used to describe genetic traits or inheritance patterns influenced by a single gene.

  • Onycholysis

    Onycholysis

    The separation of a nail from the nail bed, often due to fungal infections or trauma.

  • Onychoma

    Onychoma

    A tumor or abnormal growth affecting the nails.

  • Onychosis

    Onychosis

    A disease or disorder of the nails.

  • Onyxis

    Onyxis

    The condition or disease of the nails, also referred to as onychopathy.

  • Oocyte

    Oocyte

    A female germ cell or egg cell that is capable of undergoing fertilization.

  • Oogamous

    Oogamous

    A type of sexual reproduction where the female gamete (egg) is larger and immobile, while the male gamete (sperm) is…

  • Olfactive

    Olfactive

    Relating to the sense of smell.

  • Olfactology

    Olfactology

    The study of the sense of smell and its processes.