biophysics

CEFRC1

/bˌaɪoʊˈfɪsɪks/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    physics as applied to biological problems.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    The interdisciplinary science that applies theories and methods of the physical sciences to questions of biology.

Examples

  • She decided to pursue a doctorate in biophysics at university.

  • Biophysics is an interdisciplinary field.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1

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In context

  • She studied biophysics in college.

  • For quotations using this term, see Citations:biophysics.

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Origin

noun

From bio- + physics.