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自然科学SAT - 生物学

在这里,你将学习一些与生物学相关的英语单词,如“属”、“病毒粒子”、“末期”等,这些单词将帮助你通过SAT考试。

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SAT Vocabulary for Natural Sciences
organism
organism
[名词]

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

生物, 有机体

生物, 有机体

Ex: Microscopic organisms like bacteria play crucial roles in nutrient cycling and decomposition. 

像细菌这样的微观生物在营养循环和分解中起着至关重要的作用。

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growth medium

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

培养基, 生长介质

培养基, 生长介质

Ex: Choosing the right growth medium is key for successful cell culture. 

选择合适的生长培养基是成功细胞培养的关键。

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culture
culture
[名词]

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

培养, 细胞培养

培养, 细胞培养

Ex: A throat swab was taken and sent for culture to identify the infection. 

组织培养技术被用于实验室中培养植物细胞,用于农业研究和生物技术应用。

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metabolic
metabolic
[形容词]

relating to the chemical processes that occur within a living organism to maintain life

代谢的

代谢的

Ex: Metabolic processes involve the chemical reactions necessary to sustain life. 

代谢过程涉及维持生命所必需的化学反应。

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specimen
specimen
[名词]

a representative or characteristic sample that is examined or analyzed to gain insights or understanding of a particular group or category

标本, 样品

标本, 样品

Ex: They collected a specimen of the plant to study its properties. 

他们收集了植物的标本以研究其特性。

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genus
genus
[名词]

(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

属, 种类

属, 种类

Ex: Scientists assigned the newly discovered plant to an existing genus. 

在他的研究中,这位生物学家在包括狼和家犬的Canis 属中发现了一个新物种。

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strain
strain
[名词]

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

株, 变种

株, 变种

Ex: Researchers study bacterial strains to understand antibiotic resistance and develop effective treatments. 

研究人员研究细菌菌株以了解抗生素耐药性并开发有效的治疗方法。

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to secrete
to secrete
[动词]

(of a cell, gland, or organ) to produce and release a liquid substance in the body

分泌, 产生

分泌, 产生

Ex: The pancreas secretes insulin, regulating blood sugar levels in the body. 

胰腺分泌胰岛素,调节体内的血糖水平。

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to excrete
to excrete
[动词]

to discharge waste products or substances from the body or cells into the environment, typically through urine, feces, or sweat

排泄, 排出

排泄, 排出

Ex: Marine organisms excrete ammonia as a way to rid their bodies of nitrogenous waste. 

海洋生物排泄氨作为从体内排出含氮废物的一种方式。

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eukaryote
eukaryote
[名词]

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

真核生物, 真核生物体

真核生物, 真核生物体

Ex: Animals, ranging from insects to mammals, are all eukaryotic organisms. 

从昆虫到哺乳动物的动物都是真核生物。

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asexual reproduction

a type of reproduction where a single organism can produce offspring without the involvement of another organism

无性繁殖

无性繁殖

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meiosis
meiosis
[名词]

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

减数分裂, 染色体数目减半的细胞分裂

减数分裂, 染色体数目减半的细胞分裂

Ex: The process of meiosis involves two consecutive divisions, resulting in four non-identical haploid cells. 

减数分裂的过程涉及两次连续的分裂,产生四个不同的单倍体细胞。

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interphase
interphase
[名词]

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

间期, 中间期

间期, 中间期

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prophase
prophase
[名词]

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

前期, 有丝分裂的初始阶段

前期, 有丝分裂的初始阶段

Ex: The centrioles move to opposite poles of the cell during prophase to organize the spindle fibers. 

在前期期间,中心粒移动到细胞的对立极以组织纺锤丝。

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metaphase
metaphase
[名词]

the stage of mitosis where chromosomes align along the center (equator) of the cell, preparing for their separation into daughter cells

中期, 中期阶段

中期, 中期阶段

Ex: The metaphase plate forms as chromosomes line up in a single row across the center of the cell. 

中期板形成时,染色体在细胞中心排成一列。

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anaphase
anaphase
[名词]

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

后期, 分离期

后期, 分离期

Ex: Anaphase I of meiosis begins with the separation of homologous chromosomes, each moving to opposite poles. 

减数分裂的后期 I开始于同源染色体的分离,每条染色体向相反的极移动。

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telophase
telophase
[名词]

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

末期, 减数分裂的最后阶段

末期, 减数分裂的最后阶段

Ex: Chromosomes begin to decondense back into chromatin during telophase I, marking the end of the first division. 

在末期I期间,染色体开始解聚回染色质,标志着第一次分裂的结束。

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to biodegrade

to break down or decompose naturally by biological processes, typically through the action of microorganisms like bacteria or fungi

生物降解, 自然分解

生物降解, 自然分解

Ex: Bacteria in wastewater treatment plants biodegrade organic pollutants, purifying the water. 

废水处理厂中的细菌生物降解有机污染物,净化水。

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biomolecule
biomolecule
[名词]

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

生物分子, 生物学的分子

生物分子, 生物学的分子

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biodiversity
biodiversity
[名词]

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

生物多样性, 生物多樣性

生物多样性, 生物多樣性

Ex: Conservation efforts are essential to protect the biodiversity of endangered ecosystems. 

保护工作对于保护濒危生态系统的生物多样性至关重要。

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bioinformatics

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

生物信息学, 生物計算學

生物信息学, 生物計算學

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biocompatible
biocompatible
[形容词]

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

生物相容性, 与生物系统接触时不会引起有害反应或不良影响

生物相容性, 与生物系统接触时不会引起有害反应或不良影响

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biometrics
biometrics
[名词]

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

生物统计学, 生物统计

生物统计学, 生物统计

Ex: Researchers apply biometrics to study animal behavior patterns through quantitative analysis of movement and interaction. 

研究人员应用生物识别技术,通过运动和相互作用的定量分析来研究动物行为模式。

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microbiology
microbiology
[名词]

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

微生物学

微生物学

Ex: She decided to major in microbiology because of her interest in germs. 

由于对细菌的兴趣,她决定主修微生物学。

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physiologist
physiologist
[名词]

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

生理学家, 生理学专家

生理学家, 生理学专家

Ex: A cardiac physiologist specializes in studying the functions of the heart and circulatory system. 

心脏生理学家专门研究心脏和循环系统的功能。

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ecology
ecology
[名词]

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

生态学, 环境科学

生态学, 环境科学

Ex: The study of ecology helps us understand the effects of climate change. 

生态学的研究帮助我们理解气候变化的影响。

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ecotourism
ecotourism
[名词]

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

生态旅游, 环保旅游

生态旅游, 环保旅游

Ex: The ecotourism company promotes tours that educate visitors about wildlife conservation. 

这家生态旅游公司推广教育游客有关野生动物保护的旅游。

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biomimicry
biomimicry
[名词]

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

仿生学, 模仿自然

仿生学, 模仿自然

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mucus
mucus
[名词]

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

粘液, 鼻涕

粘液, 鼻涕

Ex: The doctor examined the patient's nasal passages and noted an increase in mucus production, indicating a possible sinus infection. 
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virion
virion
[名词]

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

病毒体, 完整的病毒颗粒

病毒体, 完整的病毒颗粒

Ex: Electron microscopy allows scientists to visualize the structure of a virion at high magnification. 

电子显微镜使科学家能够以高放大率观察病毒粒子的结构。

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conditioning
conditioning
[名词]

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

条件作用

条件作用

Ex: Athletes undergo physical conditioning to improve strength, endurance, and overall performance. 

运动员接受身体调节以提高力量、耐力和整体表现。

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nutrient
nutrient
[名词]

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

营养素, 营养物质

营养素, 营养物质

Ex: Vitamin C is an important nutrient for boosting the immune system. 

维生素C是增强免疫系统的重要营养素。

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gamete
gamete
[名词]

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

配子, 生殖细胞

配子, 生殖细胞

Ex: The sperm and egg are the male and female gametes in animals. 
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microbiome
microbiome
[名词]

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

微生物组, 微生物群

微生物组, 微生物群

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anthropogenic
anthropogenic
[形容词]

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

人为的, 人类活动引起的

人为的, 人类活动引起的

Ex: Deforestation and habitat destruction are anthropogenic activities that threaten biodiversity. 

森林砍伐和栖息地破坏是威胁生物多样性的人为活动。

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motility
motility
[名词]

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

运动性, 能动性

运动性, 能动性

Ex: Bacteria use flagella for motility, allowing them to move towards nutrients or away from toxins. 

细菌利用鞭毛进行运动,使它们能够向营养物质移动或远离毒素。

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protist
protist
[名词]

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

原生生物, 单细胞生物

原生生物, 单细胞生物

Ex: Phytoplankton, such as diatoms and dinoflagellates, are protists crucial to marine ecosystems. 

浮游植物,如硅藻和甲藻,是对海洋生态系统至关重要的原生生物。

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homologous
homologous
[形容词]

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

同源的, 在结构或起源上相似

同源的, 在结构或起源上相似

Ex: Within the animal kingdom, one can find homologous bone structures that suggest a shared lineage. 

在动物王国中,可以找到表明共同血统的同源骨骼结构。

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bioluminescence

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

生物发光, 生物荧光

生物发光, 生物荧光

Ex: Deep-sea fish use bioluminescence as a form of camouflage, emitting light to match the faint glow of sunlight filtering down from above, masking their silhouettes from predators below. 

深海鱼利用生物发光作为一种伪装形式,发出光来匹配从上方过滤下来的微弱阳光,从而掩盖它们的身影不被下方的捕食者发现。

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hydroid
hydroid
[名词]

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

水螅体, 属于Hydrozoa纲的小型植物状水生生物

水螅体, 属于Hydrozoa纲的小型植物状水生生物

Ex: Hydroids can often be found attached to rocks and seaweed in shallow waters. 

水螅体经常可以在浅水区的岩石和海藻上找到。

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transdifferentiation

the process by which a differentiated cell changes its identity and adopts the characteristics of a different cell type

转分化, 细胞类型改变

转分化, 细胞类型改变

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mycelium
mycelium
[名词]

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

菌丝体

菌丝体

Ex: Scientists are studying how mycelium can be used in biodegradable packaging materials. 

科学家正在研究如何将菌丝体用于可生物降解的包装材料。

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mutualist
mutualist
[形容词]

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

互惠的, 共生的

互惠的, 共生的

Ex: The coral reef thrives due to the mutualist relationship between coral and algae. 

珊瑚礁由于珊瑚和藻类之间的互利关系而茁壮成长。

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commensal
commensal
[形容词]

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

共生的, 与共生有关的

共生的, 与共生有关的

Ex: Many birds have commensal habits, nesting in trees without affecting the trees' health. 

许多鸟类有共栖习性,在树上筑巢而不影响树木的健康。

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mycorrhiza
mycorrhiza
[名词]

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

菌根, 菌根共生

菌根, 菌根共生

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to assimilate

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

同化, 吸收

同化, 吸收

Ex: The bacteria assimilated the sugars in the environment for energy. 

细菌为了获取能量同化了环境中的糖分。

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spore
spore
[名词]

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

孢子, 生殖细胞

孢子, 生殖细胞

Ex: The mushroom's gills were lined with spores, ready to be dispersed by the wind. 

蘑菇的菌褶上排列着孢子,准备被风吹散。

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biomass
biomass
[名词]

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

生物量, 生物质

生物量, 生物质

Ex: Scientists study the biomass of phytoplankton in oceans to understand their role in the marine food web. 

科学家研究海洋中浮游植物的生物量以了解它们在海洋食物网中的作用。

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taxonomy
taxonomy
[名词]

the scientific discipline of classifying and naming organisms based on their evolutionary relationships and shared characteristics

分类学, 系统学

分类学, 系统学

Ex: The study of phylogenetics helps clarify evolutionary relationships between species, contributing to the refinement of taxonomy. 

系统发育学的研究有助于阐明物种间的进化关系,从而促进分类学的完善。

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petri dish
petri dish
[名词]

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

培养皿, 皮氏培养皿

培养皿, 皮氏培养皿

Ex: Fungi colonies began to appear in the Petri dish after just 24 hours of incubation. 

仅24小时培养后,培养皿中就开始出现真菌菌落。

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agar
agar
[名词]

a jelly-like substance extracted from algae, commonly used in biological culture media and as a thickening agent in foods

琼脂, 洋菜

琼脂, 洋菜

Ex: Agar is essential for growing bacteria in the lab because it provides a stable and nutrient-rich environment. 

琼脂在实验室中培养细菌是必不可少的,因为它提供了一个稳定且营养丰富的环境。

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cosmology
cosmology
[名词]

the study of the beginning and characteristic of the universe

宇宙学, 宇宙研究

宇宙学, 宇宙研究

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virulent
virulent
[形容词]

extremely poisonous

有毒的, 剧毒的

有毒的, 剧毒的

Ex: The snake's bite was virulent and required immediate treatment. 

蛇的咬伤剧毒,需要立即治疗。

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decomposition

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

分解, 腐烂

分解, 腐烂

Ex: Decomposition of the dead animal was evident by the presence of various fungi and insects. 

死动物的分解通过各种真菌和昆虫的存在而显而易见。

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substrate
substrate
[名词]

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

基质, 基底

基质, 基底

Ex: Earthworms burrow through the soil substrate, aiding in its aeration and nutrient mixing. 

蚯蚓在土壤基质中钻洞,有助于其通气和养分混合。

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excitatory
excitatory
[形容词]

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

兴奋的, 刺激的

兴奋的, 刺激的

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fission yeast

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

裂殖酵母, schizosaccharomyces

裂殖酵母, schizosaccharomyces

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ameba
ameba
[名词]

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

阿米巴, 阿米巴

阿米巴, 阿米巴

Ex: A single ameba was visible under the microscope. 

变形虫的伪足使其能够移动并捕获食物,例如细菌和小颗粒。

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adaptation
adaptation
[名词]

the process by which organisms evolve traits that improve their chances of survival and reproduction in a particular environment

适应, 适应性

适应, 适应性

Ex: Polar bears' thick fur is an adaptation to arctic conditions. 

北极熊的厚毛是对北极环境的一种适应。

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