biological (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌbaɪ.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/
Definition
Relating to or resulting from the normal physical and chemical processes of living organisms.
Examples
The study focused on the biological factors that influence plant growth.
There are significant biological differences between mammals and reptiles.
Researchers are investigating the biological mechanisms behind aging.
How to Use biological
- biological clock (idiom)
- The natural process that controls the timing of biological events, especially reproduction. — "Many women feel pressure from their biological clock as they get older."
- biological father (collocation)
- The man who is the natural father of a child. — "She finally met her biological father after years of searching."
- biological warfare (collocation)
- The use of living organisms or their toxins to kill or incapacitate people, animals, or plants. — "International treaties aim to prevent the development of biological warfare."
- biological diversity (collocation)
- The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem. — "Conservation efforts are vital for preserving biological diversity."
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