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Term: Procaryotic

Description:

Procaryotic, also spelled prokaryotic, refers to a type of cellular organism that lacks a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles. This term is used in biology to describe organisms belonging to the kingdom Monera, including bacteria and archaea.

Senses and Usages:

1. Adjective - Biology: Relating to or characteristic of procaryotes, particularly in regard to their cellular structure and function.
Example Sentence:
• The procaryotic cells of bacteria lack a membrane-bound nucleus.
2. Noun: A procaryotic organism, typically referring to bacteria and archaea.
Example Sentence:
• Bacteria, as procaryotics, play a significant role in ecosystem dynamics.

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