Bio Vocab

Defends the body against infections and harmful invaders.

The passing of genetic material from one generation to the next.

The body's first line of defense, including skin, mucous membranes, and general immune responses.

A mutation where one or more nucleotides are added to the DNA sequence.

A hormone that allows glucose to enter cells and helps lower blood sugar levels.

Includes the skin and plays a role in temperature regulation through sweating.

A non-coding region of RNA that is removed during splicing.