Microbiology And Cell Biology 1-23
22 entries in the Microbiology And Cell Biology compendium.
LipidLipids are hydrophobic or amphiphilic organic compounds essential for life.LipopolysaccharideA potent immune-activating molecule from Gram-negative bacteria.LipoproteinLipoproteins transport fats and cholesterol in blood plasma.LysineEssential amino acid crucial for protein synthesis and metabolism.MacrophageWhite blood cells that engulf pathogens and regulate immune responses.MaltoseA disaccharide formed from two glucose units linked by an α(1→4) bond.Mast cellAncient immune sentinels storing histamine and heparin.Messenger RNAmRNA carries genetic code from DNA to ribosomes for protein synthesis.Microbial cystA dormant microbial stage enabling survival and dispersal.MicrobiologyScientific study of microscopic organisms and their roles.MicroorganismMicroscopic organisms that shape life, health, and history.MonosaccharideSimple sugars are the basic units of carbohydrates.MyceliumFungal network that decomposes, nourishes plants, and inspires sustainable materials.MycologyStudy of fungi, including taxonomy, genetics, and human use.Natural killer cellInnate immune cells that kill stressed cells lacking self markers.NeutrophilMost abundant white blood cell, key in innate immunity.NucleotideNucleotides are the building blocks of nucleic acids and cellular energy.PeptidoglycanMesh-like macromolecule essential for bacterial cell wall integrity.PhospholipidAmphiphilic lipids forming cell membranes and supporting brain health.PolysaccharidePolysaccharides are abundant carbohydrates serving storage and structural roles.Protein biosynthesisCellular process producing proteins via transcription and translation.Protein structureThree-dimensional arrangement of atoms in a polypeptide chain.
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