acidic: A word used to describe a substance that contains acid. Acidic substances can dissolve certain minerals, like carbonates, or prevent their formation.
array: A well-organized group of objects. It may refer to equipment systematically arranged to gather information in a coordinated way, or to something laid out to display a wide range of related things, such as colors or options.
average: The arithmetic mean of a group of numbers, calculated by dividing the sum of the numbers by the number of items in the group.
bacteria: (singular: bacterium) A single-celled organism that can be found in various environments on Earth, from the ocean depths to the insides of living organisms. Bacteria are part of the three realms of life on our planet.
biologist: Scientists who study living organisms and their environments.
of plants: Relating to the branch of biology that focuses on plants. Scientists working in this field are known as botanists.
carnivorous plants: Plants that prey on animals, typically insects, for their nutrients.
carnivorous: Referring to the consumption of animals as a source of energy and nutrients, exhibited by both plants and animals.
continent: A large landmass situated on a tectonic plate. There are six recognized geological continents: North America, South America, Eurasia, Africa, Australia, and Antarctica.
digest: To break down food into simpler compounds that the body can absorb and use for growth. Some wastewater treatment plants use microorganisms to digest waste and recycle decomposition products for environmental use.
melt: The process of turning a solid into a liquid and dispersing it within the liquid medium.
DNA: (short for deoxyribonucleic acid) A long molecular structure present in most living cells that carries genetic instructions and is made up of phosphorus, oxygen, and carbon atoms.
environment: The total surroundings and conditions that affect an organism. This can refer to weather, ecosystems, or the presence of objects near something of interest.
enzyme: Molecules produced by living organisms to catalyze chemical reactions.
evolutionary: Related to the changes that occur within a species over time as it adapts to its environment.
evolutionary biologist: Scientists who study the processes leading to the diversity of life on Earth, including genetics, adaptation, and the fossil record.
fungi: (plural: fungi) Organisms that reproduce through spores and feed on organic matter, such as mold, yeast, and mushrooms.
genetic: Relating to chromosomes, DNA, and genes contained in DNA. Genetics is the scientific field that studies these biological instructions, and individuals working in this field are known as geneticists.
insect: An arthropod with six legs and three body parts (head, thorax, and abdomen) in its adult stage, with hundreds of thousands of species such as bees, beetles, flies, and moths.
microorganisms: Organisms that are too small to be seen with the naked eye, including bacteria, fungi, and amoebas.
microbiology: The study of microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, and viruses, conducted by scientists known as microbiologists.
nutrients: Essential substances like vitamins, minerals, fats, and proteins needed by plants, animals, and other living organisms for survival.
pitcher plants: Carnivorous plants that trap insects in a jug-shaped structure filled with liquid.
prey: (n.) Animals that are hunted and eaten by other species. (v.) To attack and consume other species.
seed: A group of similar organisms capable of producing offspring capable of survival and reproduction.
strategy: A well-thought-out plan designed to achieve a challenging goal.
suffocate: To be unable to breathe, causing death in living organisms.
synergistic effect: The combined effect of multiple elements resulting in a total effect greater than the sum of individual parts.
temperate zone: An area that is cooler than the tropics but warmer than polar regions in terms of climate.
England: A land comprised of four “countries” – England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland – with a significant population residing in the UK, sparking debates on its status as a country or union.
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