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Biotech
/baɪəˈtɛk/
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Technology
formal
Biotechnology is an interdisciplinary field of science and technology dealing with the use of biological systems, living organisms, or derivatives thereof, to develop new products, technologies, and medical treatments.
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Biotechnology has numerous applications in medicine, agriculture, and industry.
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biotechnologythe use of living organisms or biological systems to develop new products or technologies
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Understanding Biotechnology
Biotechnology is an interdisciplinary field that combines biology, chemistry, and engineering to develop new products and technologies.
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Defining Biotechnology
Biotechnology is the use of living organisms or biological systems to develop new products or technologies.
Word Origin
The term 'biotechnology' was coined in 1973 by the American biochemist and science writer, Renato Dulbecco.
Usage Notes
Biotechnology is a rapidly growing field with numerous applications in medicine, agriculture, and industry.
Word Breakdown
root
living organism
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