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Bacteria
group of unicellular or multicellular organisms lacking chlorophyll

Barbel
sensory protrusion which hangs down; common on the head of bottom dwelling fishes

Bile
secretion of the liver in vertebrates, passed through the bile duct to the intestine; important in the digestion of fats

Biology
the study of living things

Biotechnology
the application of biological science to practical problems

Bladder
the organ that stores the waste product of the kidneys

Bowfishing
sport fishing with a bow and arrow. The reel is mounted on the bow and the arrow is attached to the end of the line.

branchial chamber
of the gills

Buoyancy
the ability to remain afloat

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