DNA and RNA are key to this puzzle that helps middle schoolers review basic protein synthesis terms like 'codon' and 'enzyme' with clear, simple clues.
Cell Cycles and Genetic Pathways is a medium crossword puzzle with 18 clues covering . Play it online for free below, or create your own crossword with our free crossword maker.
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Cell Cycles and Genetic Pathways
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- 2. Change in the DNA sequence
- 3. Complete set of DNA in an organism
- 5. Chemical messenger secreted by glands
- 6. Immature form of some animals before metamorphosis
- 9. Cell structure that contains genetic material
- 10. Preserved remains or traces of ancient life
- 13. Structural polysaccharide found in insect exoskeletons
- 15. Protein that speeds up chemical reactions
- 17. Organ producing female gametes
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- 1. Movement of water across a semipermeable membrane
- 4. Green pigment essential for photosynthesis
- 7. Non-living pathogen requiring a host to replicate
- 8. Macromolecule made of amino acids
- 11. Simple, photosynthetic aquatic organisms
- 12. Group of similar cells performing a common function
- 14. Process by which organisms exchange gases and release energy
- 16. Type of cell division producing identical daughter cells
- 18. Nerve fiber that transmits impulses away from the cell body
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