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Nucleic Acid |
Molecule made up of nucleotides |
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ATP |
Adenosine tri-phoshpate Acts as the main energy source for cell processes |
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Phospholipid |
A lipid that contains phosphorous. Structural component in cell membranes |
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Lipid |
A biochemical that does not dissolve in water (fats, steroids) |
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Carbohydrate |
Energy-giving nutrient. Includes sugars, starches & fiber Contains Carbon, Hydrogen & Oxygen |
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Protein |
Molecule made up of amino acids Needed to build/repair budy structures and regulate processes in the body |
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Decomposer |
An organism that gets energy by breaking down the remains of dead organisms or animal wastes an consuming or absorbing the nutrients. |
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Consumer |
An organism that eats other organisms or organic matter |
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Producer |
An organism that makes its own food by using energy from its surroundings |
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Sexual reproduction |
Reproduction that involves 2 sex cells, one from each parent Offspring share traits with each parent. |
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Asexual reproduction |
Reproduction that does not include the meeting of 2 sex cells. Offspring is identical to parent. |