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physiological

American  
[fiz-ee-uh-loj-i-kuhl] / ˌfɪz i əˈlɒdʒ ɪ kəl /
Often physiologic

adjective

  1. of or relating to physiology.

  2. consistent with the normal functioning of an organism.


Other Word Forms

  • nonphysiologic adjective
  • nonphysiological adjective
  • nonphysiologically adverb
  • physiologically adverb
  • unphysiological adjective
  • unphysiologically adverb

Etymology

Origin of physiological

First recorded in 1600–10; physiolog(y) + -ical

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After caffeine is introduced, researchers have a limited window of a few hours, or the metabolization time of caffeine, to guide gene editing or related physiological processes.

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As people age, the body goes through significant physiological changes.

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Participants then spent the night in the lab while researchers recorded their brain activity and other physiological signals using polysomnography.

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The victims had distinct dietary patterns and signs of greater mobility and physiological strain, indicating they were likely outsiders rather than members of the local community.

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When viewed together, the findings suggest that flavanols can trigger broad physiological responses similar to those produced by physical exercise.

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