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Studying ecosystems on a macrocosm scale is more accurate than microcosm-based research.
Fatty Acid
A long chain of hydrocarbon derived from the breakdown of fats, important in diet and metabolism.
Cholesterol
A waxy, fat-like substance found in all the cells of the body, involved in the synthesis of vitamin D, some hormones, and bile acids for digestion, but high levels may lead to heart disease.
Blood Pressure
the pressure of circulating blood against the walls of blood vessels, a critical vital sign indicating the health of the cardiovascular system.
Gray Matter
The darker-colored regions of the brain and spinal cord, consisting mainly of nerve cell bodies and branching dendrites.
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