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- 4. A new or innovative method of solving a problem or addressing a challenge. It usually refers to something that hasn't been widely tried or tested before.
- 6. A colorless, odorless gas that is a major component of natural gas. It is a potent greenhouse gas, often produced by the digestive processes of animals like cattle, and can also come from landfills, wetlands, and fossil fuel extraction.
- 7. A type of algae that has a reddish color due to pigments like phycoerythrin. It is often used in food, cosmetics, and even as a potential source for biofuel.
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- 1. Proteins that speed up chemical reactions in living organisms. They are crucial for processes like digestion, metabolism, and cellular function.
- 2. Relating to genes or heredity. It describes the biological traits that are passed from parents to offspring.
- 3. Domesticated animals, typically raised for milk, meat, leather, or labor.
- 5. The complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism. It contains all the information needed for the growth, development, and functioning of an organism.
- 6. Collections of microorganisms (such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microbes) living in a specific environment, such as the human gut or soil. It plays important roles in digestion, immunity, and ecosystem health.