Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: Describing an organism that can shed a part of its body, usually as a defense mechanism.

Example: Some lizards are autotomized, allowing them to escape predators by losing their tails.

Definition: The process where an animal sheds a limb or body part, often as a defense mechanism when threatened or injured.

Example: Some lizards can survive after an autotomy, as they can regrow their tails later.

Definition: A medical procedure where a person receives their own blood that was collected earlier, instead of blood from another person.

Example: The doctor decided to use autotransfusion during the surgery to ensure the patient received their own blood.

Definition: Relating to organisms that can produce their own food using carbon dioxide and energy from light or inorganic substances.

Example: Plants are autotrophic because they can make their own food through photosynthesis.

Definition: In a way that relates to organisms that produce their own food from inorganic substances.

Example: Plants grow autotrophically by using sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose.

Definition: The process by which certain organisms create their own food using inorganic materials and energy from light or heat.

Example: Plants use autotrophy to produce their own food through photosynthesis.

Definition: A natural chemical process where a substance reacts with oxygen, leading to its gradual breakdown or combustion without flames.

Example: The autoxidation of fats can lead to rancidity in food products.

Definition: A type of growth where cells increase in size without dividing into smaller cells.

Example: The plant showed auxesis as its cells expanded significantly during the growth phase.

Definition: Describing a material that expands in size when it is stretched, which is the opposite of most materials that typically shrink.

Example: The auxetic material demonstrated unique properties by becoming thicker when pulled.

Definition: Describing something that provides help or support, or is used as a backup or additional resource.

Example: The auxiliary staff helped the main team complete the project on time.

Definition: A person or thing that helps or supports another, often in a secondary role.

Example: The auxiliary provided assistance to the main team during the project.