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metabolic coupling — The same as metabolic cooperation … Dictionary of molecular biology
Metabolic theory of ecology — The metabolic theory of ecology (MTE) is an extension of Kleiber s law and posits that the metabolic rate of organisms is the fundamental biological rate that governs most observed patterns in ecology.[1] MTE is based on an interpretation of the… … Wikipedia
Microbial cooperation — Microorganisms engage in a wide variety of social interactions, including cooperation. A cooperative behavior is one that benefits an individual (the recipient) other than the one performing the behavior (the actor).[1] This article outlines the… … Wikipedia
PKM2 — (alias pyruvate kinase type M2, alias M2 PK) also termed pyruvate kinase type K, type K4 or type III is an isoenzyme of the glycolytic enzyme pyruvate kinase.Depending upon the different metabolic functions of the tissues different isoenzymes of… … Wikipedia
electrical coupling — Of two physically touching cells, denoting the presence of a junction that allows the passage of electrical current. Usually tested by impaling both cells with microelectrodes, injecting a current into one, and looking for a change in potential… … Dictionary of molecular biology
gap junction — A junction between two cells consisting of many pores that allow the passage of molecules up to about 900 D. Each pore is formed by an hexagonal array (connexon) of six transmembrane proteins (connexins) in each plasma membrane: when mated… … Dictionary of molecular biology
cell — cell1 cell like, adj. /sel/, n. 1. a small room, as in a convent or prison. 2. any of various small compartments or bounded areas forming part of a whole. 3. a small group acting as a unit within a larger organization: a local cell of the… … Universalium
Evolution — This article is about evolution in biology. For other uses, see Evolution (disambiguation). For a generally accessible and less technical introduction to the topic, see Introduction to evolution. Part of a series on … Wikipedia
Ecology — For other uses, see Ecology (disambiguation). Ecology … Wikipedia
Plant defense against herbivory — Poison ivy produces urushiol to protect the plant from herbivores. In humans this chemical produces an allergic skin rash, known as urushiol induced contact dermatitis … Wikipedia
