Electrogenetic

/ɪˌlɛktrəʊdʒəˈnɛtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the origin or creation of electrical charge or potential in biological or physical systems.

Etymology

From electrogenesis + -ic. This scientific adjective emerged as researchers began systematically studying electrical generation in living organisms and materials.

Kelly Says

Electric eels have specialized electrogenetic organs with stacked cells that work like biological batteries—each cell generates a tiny voltage, and when stacked they create shocks powerful enough to stun a horse!

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