Biophysical

/ˌbaɪ.oʊˈfɪz.ɪ.kəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the application of physical laws and methods to the study of living organisms and biological processes.

Etymology

From bio- (life) + physical (from Greek physika, natural). Standard adjective form for the field bridging physics and biology.

Kelly Says

Biophysical research showed that water molecules form perfect channels in cell membranes using the same physics principles that engineers use to design pipes!

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