B7 Key words

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  • Created on: 14-06-13 15:18
What is the difference between autotrophs and heterotrophs?
Autotrophs are organisms that can produce their own food from the substances available in their surroundings using light (photosynthesis) or chemical energy (chemosynthesis). Heterotrophs cannot synthesize their own food and rely on other organisms (
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What is phagocytosis?
Phagocytosis is the process cells use to engulf and ingest nutrient and bacteria particles.
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What are dioxins?
Dioxins are a group of chemicals that form as unwanted by-products from incomplete burning of household and industrial waste. They share similar characteristics and biological characteristics.
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What is desertification?
The process by which fertile land becomes desert, typically as a result of drought, deforestation, or inappropriate agriculture.
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What is chymosin?
Chymosin is the protein that is the active enzyme in rennet used in making cheese.
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What is phagocytosis?

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Phagocytosis is the process cells use to engulf and ingest nutrient and bacteria particles.

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