Cellular biology

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Cellular Biology

Cellular Biology (pronunciation: /sɛˈljuːlər baɪˈɒlədʒi/), also known as Cell Biology, is a branch of Biology that studies the different structures and functions of the cell, which is the basic unit of life.

Etymology

The term "Cellular Biology" is derived from the Latin word "cellula", meaning "a small room", and the Greek word "βιολογία", meaning "study of life".

Related Terms

  • Cell: The basic structural, functional, and biological unit of all known living organisms.
  • Organelle: A specialized subunit within a cell that has a specific function.
  • Cytology: The study of cells at the microscopic or molecular level.
  • Molecular Biology: The branch of biology that deals with the structure and function of the macromolecules essential to life.
  • Genetics: The study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms.
  • Biochemistry: The study of chemical processes within and relating to living organisms.

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