The plural form of biotype; multiple groups of genetically distinct organisms that may appear identical or very similar.
Plural form of 'biotype,' maintaining the Greek components 'bios' (life) and '-type' (form), with standard English pluralization.
Plant researchers identify different biotypes of weeds to understand why some resist herbicides while others don't—they look identical but have evolved completely different genetic defenses.
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