Across
- 2. An organism that produces its own food, typically through photosynthesis.
- 4. Organelles that store nutrients, water, or waste products in cells.
- 10. The process plants use to convert sunlight into energy.
- 12. Biological molecules that speed up chemical reactions in the body.
- 14. The chemical processes that occur within a living organism to maintain life.
- 17. A type of cell without a membrane-bound nucleus.
- 18. Fixation: The process of converting inorganic carbon (CO₂) into organic compounds.
- 19. The complete set of genes in an organism.
- 20. The jelly-like substance within a cell that holds organelles in place.
Down
- 1. The tendency of an organism to maintain a stable internal environment.
- 3. A macromolecule composed of amino acids that performs various functions in the body.
- 5. Acid: Molecules like DNA and RNA that store genetic information.
- 6. An organism that consumes other organisms for energy.
- 7. Organic compounds that include fats and oils, used for energy storage.
- 8. The powerhouse of the cell, producing energy through respiration.
- 9. A type of cell that has a nucleus enclosed within a membrane.
- 11. An organism, like a plant, that makes its own food using sunlight or chemicals.
- 13. The cell structure responsible for protein synthesis.
- 15. The green pigment in plants essential for photosynthesis.
- 16. A macronutrient that provides energy to living organisms.