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Vetenskap ACT - Biology

Här kommer du att lära dig några engelska ord relaterade till biologi, såsom "nedbrytning", "assimilera", "virion" etc. som kommer att hjälpa dig att klara dina ACTs.

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ACT Vocabulary for Science
organism
[Substantiv]

a living thing such as a plant, animal, etc., especially a very small one that lives on its own

organism, levande varelse

organism, levande varelse

Ex: A single-celled organism, such as an amoeba , can exhibit complex behaviors .En encellig **organism**, såsom en amöba, kan uppvisa komplexa beteenden.
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growth medium
[Substantiv]

a substance that provides nutrients and conditions for the growth of cells or microorganisms

odlingsmedium, tillväxtmedium

odlingsmedium, tillväxtmedium

Ex: The growth medium provided all the nutrients needed for microbial growth .**Odlingsmediet** tillhandahöll alla näringsämnen som behövdes för mikrobiell tillväxt.
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culture
[Substantiv]

the process of growing cells, tissues, or organisms in an artificial environment with controlled conditions such as temperature, nutrients, and pH

odling, cellodling

odling, cellodling

Ex: Fungal culture is conducted to identify and study fungi responsible for diseases in plants and humans .Svamp**odling** utförs för att identifiera och studera svampar som orsakar sjukdomar hos växter och människor.
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metabolism
[Substantiv]

the chemical processes through which food is changed into energy for the body to use

metabolism, ämnesomsättning

metabolism, ämnesomsättning

Ex: Metabolism slows down with age, leading to changes in energy levels and body composition.**Ämnesomsättningen** saktar ner med åldern, vilket leder till förändringar i energinivåer och kroppssammansättning.
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specimen
[Substantiv]

a small amount of something such as urine, blood, etc. that is taken for examination

prov, exemplar

prov, exemplar

Ex: A blood specimen was sent to the laboratory for testing to determine the patient 's cholesterol levels .Ett blod**prov** skickades till laboratoriet för analys för att bestämma patientens kolesterolnivåer.
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strain
[Substantiv]

a genetic variant or subtype of a microorganism, typically within a species, that possesses distinct characteristics from other members of the same species

stam, variant

stam, variant

Ex: Viral strain identification is crucial for developing vaccines that target specific variations of viruses .Identifiering av virala **stammar** är avgörande för att utveckla vacciner som riktar sig mot specifika variationer av virus.
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(of a cell, gland, or organ) to produce and release a liquid substance in the body

utsöndra, producera

utsöndra, producera

Ex: Sweat glands secrete perspiration, helping to regulate body temperature.Svettkörtlar **utsöndrar** svett, vilket hjälper till att reglera kroppstemperaturen.
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to discharge waste products or substances from the body or cells into the environment, typically through urine, feces, or sweat

utsöndra, avge

utsöndra, avge

Ex: The liver excretes bile into the digestive system to aid in the breakdown of fats.Levern **utsöndrar** galla i matsmältningssystemet för att hjälpa till med nedbrytningen av fett.
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eukaryote
[Substantiv]

a type of living thing with cells that have a nucleus and other structures enclosed in membranes, like plants, animals, fungi, and some microorganisms

eukaryot, eukaryotisk organism

eukaryot, eukaryotisk organism

Ex: Seaweeds, with their diverse forms, are eukaryotic algae found in marine ecosystems.Tång, med sina olika former, är **eukaryota** alger som finns i marina ekosystem.
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a type of reproduction where a single organism can produce offspring without the involvement of another organism

asexuell reproduktion

asexuell reproduktion

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meiosis
[Substantiv]

a type of cell division that creates reproductive cells with half the usual number of chromosomes

mejos, reduktionscellindelning

mejos, reduktionscellindelning

Ex: The phases of meiosis include prophase I , metaphase I , anaphase I , telophase I , prophase II , metaphase II , anaphase II , and telophase II .Faserna i **meiosen** inkluderar profas I, metafas I, anafas I, telofas I, profas II, metafas II, anafas II och telofas II.
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mitosis
[Substantiv]

a type of cell division that results in the formation of two daughter cells, each having the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell

mitos, ekvationell celldelning

mitos, ekvationell celldelning

Ex: Somatic cells undergo mitosis, ensuring that each daughter cell retains the same genetic information as the parent cell .Somatiska celler genomgår **mitos**, vilket säkerställer att varje dottercell behåller samma genetiska information som modercellen.
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interphase
[Substantiv]

the longest phase of the cell cycle during which the cell grows, replicates its DNA, and carries out its normal functions

interfas, mellanfas

interfas, mellanfas

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prophase
[Substantiv]

the initial phase of mitosis, where chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes and the nuclear membrane dissolves, preparing for cell division

profas, den inledande fasen av mitos

profas, den inledande fasen av mitos

Ex: The nuclear envelope disintegrates during prophase, allowing the spindle fibers to interact with the chromosomes .Kärnhöljet sönderfaller under **profasen**, vilket gör att spoltrådarna kan interagera med kromosomerna.
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metaphase
[Substantiv]

the stage of meiosis where homologous chromosomes align in pairs along the equator of the cell, preparing for their separation into haploid daughter cells

metafas, metafasstadiet

metafas, metafasstadiet

Ex: Metaphase II in meiosis follows after the first division , aligning chromatids at the metaphase plate for separation into individual chromosomes .**Metafas** II i meios följer efter den första delningen, där kromatiderna radas upp på metafasplattan för att separeras till enskilda kromosomer.
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anaphase
[Substantiv]

the stage of cell division where sister chromatids or homologous chromosomes are pulled apart towards opposite poles of the cell by spindle fibers

anafas, separationsfas

anafas, separationsfas

Ex: Anaphase concludes when chromosomes reach opposite poles, marking the transition to telophase in mitosis or anaphase II in meiosis.**Anafas** avslutas när kromosomerna når motsatta poler, vilket markerar övergången till telofas i mitos eller anafas II i meios.
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telophase
[Substantiv]

the last stage of meiosis where chromosomes reach opposite poles, nuclear envelopes reform, and cells prepare to divide into daughter cells with half the original chromosome number

telofas, sista fasen av meios

telofas, sista fasen av meios

Ex: The genetic material is distributed evenly among daughter cells during telophase, ensuring each cell receives a complete set of chromosomes .Det genetiska materialet fördelas jämnt mellan dottercellerna under **telofas**, vilket säkerställer att varje cell får en komplett uppsättning kromosomer.
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to break down or decompose naturally by biological processes, typically through the action of microorganisms like bacteria or fungi

bionedbrytas, brytas ned naturligt

bionedbrytas, brytas ned naturligt

Ex: The fallen tree began to biodegrade, returning nutrients to the forest floor .Det fallna trädet började **bionedbrytas**, vilket återförde näringsämnen till skogsmarken.
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biomolecule
[Substantiv]

any molecule produced by living organisms including large molecules such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids, as well as smaller molecules like vitamins, hormones, and metabolites

biomolekyl, biologisk molekyl

biomolekyl, biologisk molekyl

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biodiversity
[Substantiv]

the existence of a range of different plants and animals in a natural environment

biologisk mångfald, biodiversitet

biologisk mångfald, biodiversitet

Ex: Marine biodiversity in coral reefs is threatened by rising ocean temperatures and pollution .Den marina **biologiska mångfalden** i korallrev hotas av stigande havtemperaturer och föroreningar.
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bioinformatics
[Substantiv]

a field of study that combines biology and computational methods to analyze and interpret biological data

bioinformatik, biologisk datavetenskap

bioinformatik, biologisk datavetenskap

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biocompatible
[adjektiv]

not causing harmful reactions or adverse effects when in contact with biological systems

biokompatibel, orsakar inte skadliga reaktioner eller biverkningar vid kontakt med biologiska system

biokompatibel, orsakar inte skadliga reaktioner eller biverkningar vid kontakt med biologiska system

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biometrics
[Substantiv]

a branch of biology that employs statistical analysis to study and interpret biological phenomena and observations

biometri, biologisk statistik

biometri, biologisk statistik

Ex: Biometric studies in agriculture employ statistical models to assess crop yield variations based on environmental factors.**Biometriska** studier inom jordbruket använder statistiska modeller för att bedöma variationer i skördeutbytet baserat på miljöfaktorer.
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mucus
[Substantiv]

a thick slimy substance produced by mucous membranes, inside the nose or the mouth, to lubricate and protect them

slem, mucus

slem, mucus

Ex: The respiratory therapist taught the patient how to perform chest physiotherapy to help loosen and mobilize mucus in the lungs .Andningsterapeuten lärde patienten hur man utför bröstfysioterapi för att hjälpa till att lossa och mobilisera **slem** i lungorna.
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microbiology
[Substantiv]

the branch of biology that deals with microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa, and their effects on living organisms

mikrobiologi

mikrobiologi

Ex: A degree in microbiology opens doors to careers in healthcare and research .En examen i **mikrobiologi** öppnar dörrar till karriärer inom hälso- och sjukvård och forskning.
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virion
[Substantiv]

a complete virus particle that includes genetic material wrapped in a protein coat, capable of infecting host cells to replicate

virion, komplett viruspartikel

virion, komplett viruspartikel

Ex: Understanding the structure and function of virions is crucial for developing antiviral treatments and vaccines .Att förstå strukturen och funktionen hos **virioner** är avgörande för att utveckla antivirala behandlingar och vacciner.
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conditioning
[Substantiv]

the process of training or adapting behavior through repeated experiences or stimuli to produce specific responses or associations

betingning

betingning

Ex: Social conditioning refers to the influence of societal norms and expectations on individual behavior and beliefs .Social **konditionering** avser påverkan av samhälleliga normer och förväntningar på individuellt beteende och övertygelser.
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nutrient
[Substantiv]

a substance such as a vitamin, protein, fat, etc. that is essential for good health and growth

näringsämne, näringssubstans

näringsämne, näringssubstans

Ex: Lack of certain nutrients can lead to health problems .Brist på vissa **näringsämnen** kan leda till hälsoproblem.
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biomimicry
[Substantiv]

an approach to innovation and problem-solving that draws inspiration from nature's designs, processes, and systems

biomimikry, naturimitation

biomimikry, naturimitation

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gamete
[Substantiv]

a special cell used for reproduction, with sperm cells being the male gametes and egg cells being the female gametes

gamet, könscell

gamet, könscell

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microbiome
[Substantiv]

the collection of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes, that inhabit a particular environment

mikrobiom, mikrobiota

mikrobiom, mikrobiota

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ecology
[Substantiv]

the scientific study of the environment or the interrelation of living creatures and the way they affect each other

ekologi, miljövetenskap

ekologi, miljövetenskap

Ex: The research team focused on ecology to explore how pollution affects aquatic life .Forskningsgruppen fokuserade på **ekologi** för att undersöka hur föroreningar påverkar akvatiskt liv.
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anthropogenic
[adjektiv]

refering to processes, effects, or phenomena that are caused by human activity or influence

antropogen, mänsklig orsakad

antropogen, mänsklig orsakad

Ex: Anthropogenic influences on the environment can have long-lasting effects on ecosystems and wildlife .**Antropogena** influenser på miljön kan ha långvariga effekter på ekosystem och vilda djur.
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ecotourism
[Substantiv]

tourism that includes visiting endangered natural environments which aims at preservation of the wildlife and the nature

ekoturism, ekologisk turism

ekoturism, ekologisk turism

Ex: The growing popularity of ecotourism is helping to fund nature reserves around the world .Den växande populariteten för **ekoturism** hjälper till att finansiera naturreservat över hela världen.
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motility
[Substantiv]

the ability of an organism or cell to move independently using specialized structures such as flagella, cilia, or pseudopodia

motilitet, rörlighet

motilitet, rörlighet

Ex: Motility is essential for the movement of cells during processes like wound healing and embryonic development .**Motilitet** är avgörande för cellers rörelse under processer som sårläkning och embryonal utveckling.
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protist
[Substantiv]

a single-celled organism that is neither a plant, animal, nor fungus, typically found in aquatic or moist environments

protist, encellig organism

protist, encellig organism

Ex: Protists play important ecological roles as primary producers and consumers in aquatic food webs .**Protister** spelar viktiga ekologiska roller som primära producenter och konsumenter i akvatiska näringsväv.
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homologous
[adjektiv]

reflecting a similarity in arrangement, type, or origin, particularly within the same species

homolog, liknande i struktur eller ursprung

homolog, liknande i struktur eller ursprung

Ex: Although they live in different environments , terrestrial and aquatic animals often exhibit homologous anatomical features .Även om de lever i olika miljöer uppvisar landlevande och vattenlevande djur ofta **homologa** anatomiska drag.
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bioluminescence
[Substantiv]

the light produced by by living organisms as a result of biochemical reactions, often used for communication, attracting prey, or camouflage

bioluminescens, biologisk luminescens

bioluminescens, biologisk luminescens

Ex: Certain species of jellyfish , like the Aequorea victoria , exhibit bioluminescence, emitting a greenish-blue glow as a defense mechanism against predators .Vissa arter av maneter, som Aequorea victoria, uppvisar **bioluminescens**, och avger en grönaktig-blå glöd som ett försvarsmekanism mot rovdjur.
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hydroid
[Substantiv]

a small, plant-like aquatic organism belonging to the class Hydrozoa, often forming branching colonies

hydroid, liten

hydroid, liten

Ex: Some species of hydroids have stinging cells similar to those of jellyfish .Vissa arter av **hydroider** har nässelceller som liknar dem hos maneter.
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the process by which a differentiated cell changes its identity and adopts the characteristics of a different cell type

transdifferentiering, förändring av celltyp

transdifferentiering, förändring av celltyp

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mycelium
[Substantiv]

the network of thread-like structures that form the vegetative part of a fungus, typically growing underground or within a substrate

mycel

mycel

Ex: The mushroom 's mycelium extended far beyond the visible fruiting body , hidden beneath the surface .Svampens **mycel** sträckte sig långt bortom den synliga fruktkroppen, gömd under ytan.
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mutualist
[adjektiv]

(of an organism) engaging in a symbiotic relationship where both participants benefit from the interaction

mutualistisk, symbiotisk

mutualistisk, symbiotisk

Ex: Gardeners often introduce mutualist bacteria to the soil to promote plant health and growth.Trädgårdsmästare introducerar ofta **mutualistiska** bakterier i jorden för att främja växternas hälsa och tillväxt.
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commensal
[adjektiv]

describing a relationship between two organisms where one benefits and the other is neither helped nor harmed

kommensal, relaterad till kommensalism

kommensal, relaterad till kommensalism

Ex: The commensal association between epiphytic plants and their hosts allows the epiphytes to access sunlight high in the canopy.Den **kommensala** associationen mellan epifytiska växter och deras värdar gör det möjligt för epifyterna att komma åt solljus högt uppe i trädkronan.
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mycorrhiza
[Substantiv]

a mutually beneficial symbiotic association between the roots of plants and fungi where the fungus colonizes the root system, facilitating nutrient uptake from the soil

mykorrhiza, mykorrhizalsymbios

mykorrhiza, mykorrhizalsymbios

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(of organisms) to absorb and incorporate nutrients or substances from their environment into their own tissues or cells

assimilera, absorbera

assimilera, absorbera

Ex: The fungi assimilated the organic matter from the decaying leaves .Svamparna **assimilerade** det organiska materialet från de ruttnande löven.
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spore
[Substantiv]

a reproductive cell capable of developing into a new organism without fusion with another cell, often adapted for survival in harsh conditions

spor, reproduktionscell

spor, reproduktionscell

Ex: The resilient spore can survive extreme temperatures , making it a crucial survival mechanism for certain bacteria .Den resilienta **sporen** kan överleva extrema temperaturer, vilket gör den till en avgörande överlevnadsmekanism för vissa bakterier.
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biomass
[Substantiv]

the entirety of living organisms in a specific area or ecosystem, typically measured as dry weight after removing water

biomassa, biologisk massa

biomassa, biologisk massa

Ex: Forest management practices aim to maintain and increase biomass through sustainable harvesting techniques .Skogsförvaltningspraxis syftar till att upprätthålla och öka **biomassan** genom hållbara skördtekniker.
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taxonomic
[adjektiv]

related to how living things are categorized based on their similarities

taxonomisk, systematisk

taxonomisk, systematisk

Ex: Taxonomic changes show how species are connected through evolution .**Taxonomiska** förändringar visar hur arter är kopplade genom evolution.
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petri dish
[Substantiv]

a shallow, circular, transparent dish with a lid, commonly used in laboratories to culture and study microorganisms

Petriskål, Petriplatta

Petriskål, Petriplatta

Ex: The students carefully transferred the yeast cells into the Petri dish to study their reproductive behavior .Eleverna försiktigt överförde jästcellerna till **Petriskålen** för att studera deras reproduktionsbeteende.
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agar
[Substantiv]

a gelatinous substance derived from seaweed and used as a gelling agent in various food

agar-agar, agar

agar-agar, agar

Ex: The agar jelly shots were a hit at the party , with their vibrant colors and jiggly texture .**Agar**-geléshoten var en succé på festen, med sina livfulla färger och gungiga konsistens.
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cosmology
[Substantiv]

the scientific study of how the universe is created, its development, and how it is going to end

kosmologi, studiet av universum

kosmologi, studiet av universum

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virulent
[adjektiv]

(of a disease) able to make one sick

virulent

virulent

Ex: The virulent bacteria spread quickly through the population, causing widespread illness.De **virulenta** bakterierna spreds snabbt genom befolkningen och orsakade utbredd sjukdom.
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decomposition
[Substantiv]

the natural process where bacteria and fungi break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the ecosystem

nedbrytning, förruttnelse

nedbrytning, förruttnelse

Ex: Scientists study decomposition rates to understand how different environments affect nutrient cycling .Forskare studerar **nedbrytningshastigheter** för att förstå hur olika miljöer påverkar näringsomsättningen.
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substrate
[Substantiv]

the underlying surface or material where an organism attaches, grows, or feeds

substrat, underlag

substrat, underlag

Ex: Researchers chose a gel-like substrate in the Petri dish to culture and observe bacterial growth .Forskarna valde ett geliknande **substrat** i petriskålen för att odla och observera bakterietillväxt.
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excitatory
[adjektiv]

capable of triggering an increase in the activity or responsiveness of the cell or organism

excitatorisk, stimulerande

excitatorisk, stimulerande

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fission yeast
[Substantiv]

a single-celled organism used extensively in biological research as a model organism

klyvjäst, schizosaccharomyces

klyvjäst, schizosaccharomyces

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adaptation
[Substantiv]

the process by which organisms evolve over time to better suit their environment, survive, and reproduce more effectively

anpassning, adaptation

anpassning, adaptation

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ameba
[Substantiv]

a single-celled, microscopic organism belonging to the group of protozoa, characterized by a flexible cell membrane and the absence of a fixed body shape

amöba, amöbor

amöba, amöbor

Ex: Amebas play a role in nutrient cycling by consuming bacteria and organic matter in their habitats.**Amöbor** spelar en roll i näringsomsättningen genom att konsumera bakterier och organiskt material i sina livsmiljöer.
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physiologist
[Substantiv]

a scientist who studies the normal functions and activities of living organisms and their parts, often focusing on how biological systems work at the molecular, cellular, and organ levels

fysiolog, specialist på fysiologi

fysiolog, specialist på fysiologi

Ex: Comparative physiologists investigate how different species adapt to their environments through physiological processes .Jämförande **fysiologer** undersöker hur olika arter anpassar sig till sina miljöer genom fysiologiska processer.
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genus
[Substantiv]

(biology) any of the groups that plants, animals, etc. with similar characteristics are divided into, which is larger than a species and smaller than a family

släkte, typ

släkte, typ

Ex: Scientists debated whether the newly found fossil should be classified within the existing genus or if it represented a new genus entirely .Forskarna diskuterade om det nyligen funna fossilet skulle klassificeras inom det befintliga **släktet** eller om det representerade ett helt nytt **släkte**.
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