Biotechnology Word Search — Easy

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Biotechnology word list, defined

DIPLOID /ˈdɪplɔɪd/ · adjective
(Of a cell or nucleus) containing two complete sets of chromosomes, one inherited from each parent. In most animals and many plants, the somatic cells are diploid, while the gametes are haploid. Related: double-stranded, two-fold, paired, twin-set.
ENZYME /ˈɛnzaɪm/ · noun
A protein produced by living cells that acts as a biological catalyst, speeding up specific chemical reactions in the body without itself being consumed or permanently altered. Related: biocatalyst, catalyst, ferment (archaic).
FIBROSIS /faɪˈbroʊsɪs/ · noun
The thickening, scarring, and stiffening of tissue that occurs when fibrous connective tissue forms excessively in an organ, typically as a result of injury, inflammation, or long-standing disease. Related: scarring, fibrous thickening, hardening, cirrhosis.
TISSUE /ˈtɪʃ.ʊ/ · noun
A small piece of absorbent paper used for blowing the nose, wiping the mouth, etc. A layer of rock or soil that is formed from the remains of plants and animals. Related: paper, handkerchief, kerchief, napkin.
GAMETE /ˈɡæmiːt/ (US), /ˈɡæmiːt/ (UK) · noun
A mature haploid reproductive cell — an ovum in females or a sperm cell in males — that fuses with another gamete during fertilization to form a zygote. Related: sex cell, reproductive cell, ovum, sperm cell.
CANCER /ˈkænsər/ · noun
A disease in which abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and can invade surrounding tissues or spread to other parts of the body; also, by extension, something harmful that spreads destructively within a society or organization. Related: malignancy, tumor, carcinoma, neoplasm.
GENE /ˈdʒiːn/ · noun
A unit of heredity; a segment of DNA that is passed on from one generation to the next and is responsible for a particular characteristic or trait. A gene is a basic unit of heredity that is passed from one generation to the next. Related: heredity, trait, characteristic, allele.

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