Processes Of Life Flashcards
(10 cards)
Nucleus
The control centre of a cell, containing DNA.
Enzyme
A protein that speeds up that rate of reaction in living organisms (a catalyst in living things).
Active site
The place where the molecule fits into the enzyme.
Aerobic respiration
Respiration using oxygen; releases energy and produces carbon dioxide and water.
Anaerobic respiration
The process of releasing energy from glucose in living cells in the absence of oxygen to produce a small amount of energy very quickly.
Polymer
A large molecule made up from many similar units (monomers).
Photosynthesis
The chemical process that takes place in green plants where water combines with carbon dioxide to produce glucose using light.
Chlorophyll
The green pigment found in most plants; responsible for photosynthesis.
Quadrat
A defined area used to sample a location
Diffusion
The net movement of particles from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.
