Metabolism that occurs without presence of Oxygen.
Anabolism
The chemical reaction in which Compounds are formed from smaller parts.
Ampulla
A saclike Dilation of a Canal of Duct.
Amphiarthrosis
Slightly moveable Joint.
AMP (Adenosine Monophosphate)
A high-energy compound; a product of Adenosine with Phosphoric Acid; Adenosine Monophosphate.
Amniotic Fluid
The Fluid in the Amniotic sac that surrounds the Fetus and protects it from Mechanical Injury.
Amniotic Cavity
The cavity filled with the Amniotic Fluid surrounding the Fetus.
Amino Acid
Organic Molecules that link together to form large Proteins; Organic Acid in which the Hydrogen atom on a Carbon atom has been replaced by NH2.