Glossary M

Glossary M

Molecular behavior is defined as a small segment of behavior such as a reflex or a habit that is isolated for study.

Molecular biology is the branch of Biochemistry that is involves with the study of gene structure and function.

Molecular cytogenic disorders refers to disorders or diseases related to chromosome abnormalities (extra, missing, or re-arranged chromosomes).

Molecular genetics refer to the methods of Genetics that directly assess the Association between variations in DNA sequences and variations in particular traits.

Molecule is defined as the smallest possible piece of a compound that retains the properties of the compound.

Molting is defined as the process of shedding all or some feathers and growing new ones.

Momentum is the quality of motion, which is equal to mass times velocity.

Momism is defined as excessive attachment towards one's mother. Momism also means excessive mothering; overprotection.