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a. | Cell | i. | Protein | b. | Stimulus | j. | Consumer | c. | Homeostasis | k. | Decomposer | d. | Asexual Reproduction | l. | Carbohydrate | e. | Sexual
Reproduction | m. | Lipid | f. | Producer | n. | Phospholipid | g. | Heredity | o. | ATP | h. | Metabolism | p. | Nucleic Acid |
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Adenosine triphosphate, a molecule that acts as the main energy source for all
cell processes.
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An organism that can make its own food by using energy from its surroundings
(also known as an Autotroph).
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3.
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Anything that causes a reaction or change in an organism or any part of an
organism.
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A molecule that is made up of amino acids and that is needed to build and
repair body structures and to regulate processes in the body.
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The smallest functional and structural unit of all living organisms; usually
consists of a nucleus, cytoplasm, and a membrane.
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The sum of all chemical processes that occur in an organism.
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The maintenance of a constant internal state in a changing environment.
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8.
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A lipid that contains phosphorus and that is a structural component in cell
membranes.
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A molecule made up of subunits called nucleotides.
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10.
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Reproduction that does not involve the union of sex cells and in which one
parent produces offspring that are genetically identical to the parent.
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A fat molecule or a molecule that has similar properties; examples include
oils, waxes, and steroids.
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12.
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Reproduction in which the sex cells from two parents unite to produce offspring
that share traits from both parents.
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A class of molecules that includes sugars, starches, and fiber; contains
carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.
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The passing of genetic traits from parent to offspring.
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An organism that gets energy by breaking down the remains of dead organisms or
animal wastes and consuming or absorbing the nutrients.
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An organism that eats other organisms or organic matter.
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