Biotechnology

Use of biological systems for creating products or technologies.

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Biotechnology is the use of biological systems, living organisms, or their derivatives to create products or technologies. It encompasses a wide range of techniques and applications, from traditional methods like fermentation to modern genetic engineering.

Etymology

Biotechnology is derived from Greek bios, meaning 'life,' and technos, meaning 'art' or 'skill'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Biotechnology uses living things, like plants and tiny organisms, to make useful products or solve problems – think of using yeast to bake bread or engineering crops to resist pests.

Fun Facts

The word 'biotechnology' was first used in 1919
Genetically modified crops can increase food production
Insulin for diabetes was first produced using biotechnology

FAQ

What is biotechnology? It uses living things
What are some examples? Medicine, agriculture, and biofuels
How does it work? By modifying or using biological systems

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

technology science

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

genetic engineering fermentation tissue culture

Meronyms — Parts or Components

enzymes cells DNA

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

biological research industrial processes

Indexes

applied science scientific discipline technological

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