individual cell
[ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəl sɛl]
nounpl: individual cells
célula individual
1. a single, distinct biological unit that functions independently or as part of a larger organism; the smallest unit of life capable of independent functioning
Each individual cell in the human body contains DNA that determines its characteristics.
Cada célula individual no corpo humano contém DNA que determina suas características.
2. in biology, a single organism or unit of living matter that exists separately from other similar units
Scientists study how an individual cell responds to different stimuli.
Os cientistas estudam como uma célula individual responde a diferentes estímulos.
3. in microscopy or research, a single cell isolated or observed in isolation
The researcher used a microscope to observe an individual cell under high magnification.
O pesquisador usou um microscópio para observar uma célula individual sob alta ampliação.
This is a scientific/academic term used uniformly across English and Portuguese-speaking regions in educational, medical, and research contexts. There are no significant regional or cultural variations in usage; it is a standardized term in biological sciences in both Brazil and Portugal, as well as in English-speaking countries.
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