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Life Science Vocab 4

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AdaptationA form or structure modified to fit a changed environment.,
Asexual ReproductionReproduction, as budding, fission, or spore formation, not involving the union of gametes.,
Cell DivisionThe process by which by which cells reproduce, where in a parent cell splits into two new daughter,
CochleaA fluid-filled cavity behind the inner ear.,
Divergent EvolutionDivergent evolution is the accumulation of differences between groups which can lead to the formation of new species, usually a result of diffusion of the same species to different and isolated environments which blocks the gene flow among the distinct populations allowing differentiated fixation of characteristics through genetic drift and natural selection.,
EndoplasmicReticulum is the network of membranes inside the cytoplasm.,
FungiAny of a large group of plant-like living organisms which do not contain chlorophyll, including the yeasts, molds, and mushrooms.,
HeterotrophsAn organism that depends on complex organic substances for nutrition,
KidneysA pair of organs that filter wastes from the blood and help control the water and mineral balance of the body.,
MicroorganismAn organism too small to see with the normal eye.,
NicheThe position or function of an organism in a community of plants and animals.,
ParasitismIs a type of symbiotic relationship between organisms of different species where one organism, the parasite, benefits at the expense of the host.,
ProtistAny of a group of eukaryotic organisms belonging to the Kingdom Protista.Protists include (1) protozoa, the animal-like protists, (2) algae, the plant-like protists, and (3) slime moulds and water moulds, the fungus-like protists.,
Sense OrgansOrgans that receive information from the environment. The sense organs included the eyes, ears, nose, tongue, and skin.,
TestesThe male reproductive organs that produce sperm cells.,
VertebratesAn animal having a backbone,


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