Definition:Biotechnology

Contents

1 English

1.1 Alternative forms
1.2 Etymology
1.3 Pronunciation
1.4 Noun
1.5 Derived terms


2 Credits


English
Alternative forms
Abbreviated as biotech
Etymology
From bio- + technology

Pronunciation
() /ˈbaɪəʊˌtɛk.nɒl.əʊ.dʒɪi/
Noun
the use of living organisms (especially microorganisms) in industrial, agricultural, medical and other technological applications
the application of the principles and practices of engineering and technology to the life sciences
Derived terms
biotechnological

Credits
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