Biology cat 1 vocab

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group of organic molecules that includes sugars, starch, and cellulose, which can be used for energy or structural support

proliferation (out of control growth) of cells caused by disruptions in the cell cycle; disruptions may be caused by environmental factors

process by which DNA makes a copy of itself

nucleic acid which is self-replicating and contains the code to make all proteins needed by an organism

an organic molecule produced by living organisms and consisting predominantly of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen

a group of organic molecules that includes fats, oils, waxes, and steroids that are insoluble in water and used for energy storage and insulation

a protein that catalyzes (speeds up) a reaction without being changed by it

a living organism whose cell or cells contain nuclei and membrane-bound organelles