Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

biological-experiment

noun
/ˌbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ɪkˈspɛrɪmənt/
Definition
A scientific procedure undertaken to test a hypothesis in the field of biology.
Examples
  • The researchers conducted a biological experiment to observe the growth of bacteria in different environments.
  • Her thesis was based on a biological experiment examining the effects of pollutants on fish populations.
  • A biological experiment can provide crucial insights into genetic mutations.
Meaning
Biological experiments involve manipulating biological variables to study the effects and outcomes.
Synonyms
  • biological study
  • scientific trial
  • bioassay