biological process JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/baɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈprɒsɛs/ · bi·o·log·i·cal pro·cess
noun
- A series of actions or operations that occur within a living organism to maintain its vital functions, such as metabolism, growth, and reproduction. The biological process of photosynthesis allows plants to produce energy from sunlight.
- A specific sequence of events or stages that occur in the life cycle of an organism, such as development, differentiation, or evolution. The biological process of embryogenesis involves the complex series of cellular divisions and transformations that lead to the formation of a fetus.
Did you know? The study of biological processes has led to significant advances in fields such as medicine, genetics, and biotechnology, and has greatly expanded our understanding of the intricate and complex mechanisms that govern life. The concept of biological processes has also been applied to the development of artificial systems and machines that mimic the functions of living organisms.