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Biotechnology

/bˌaɪoʊˌtɛˈknɑlədʒi/
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(noun) The use of living organisms (especially microorganisms) in industrial, agricultural, medical and other technological applications.

Biotechnology will bring about a revolution in agriculture.
When did the word "biotechnology" come into common use?
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Advances in ____ have led to many breakthroughs in modern medicine today.

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