biophysical

/ˌbaɪəʊˈfɪzɪkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the interaction between living organisms and their physical environment

“The biophysical properties of the lake affected the local ecosystem.”

2. noun

the study of the physical processes that affect living organisms

“She earned a degree in biophysics.”

3. noun

the physical structure and function of living organisms

“The biophysics of the cell membrane is still not fully understood.”

Synonyms

  • biologic
  • biological
  • environmental

Antonyms

  • physiological
  • psychological