biológico
biological
The Spanish term 'biológico' translates to 'biological' in English. It is primarily used within the realms of biology and science, where it is used to describe anything related to life or living organisms. For example, a biological process in humans could include digestion, respiration, or reproduction. This term can also be used in a broader context to refer to things that are natural or organic, in contrast to items that are synthetically produced.
Example sentences using: biológico
Mi padre biológico era un adulta de 45 años cuando nací.
My biological father was a 45-year-old adult when I was born.
In this example, 'biological' describes the 'father' who is genetically related to the speaker. In Spanish, the adjective often comes after the noun it describes, unlike in English.
El ritmo biológico de algunas personas les hace despertarse temprano.
The biological rhythm of some people makes them wake up early.
In this case, the term 'biological rhythm' is similar to the concept of a 'body clock' in English and refers to the natural cycle of physical, mental and behavioral changes that the body goes through in a 24-hour cycle.
Las investigaciones sobre la diversidad biológica en el Amazonas continúan.
Research on biological diversity in the Amazon continues.
Here, 'biological diversity' is used to describe the variety of life in a particular ecosystem or on the whole planet. The term is often used when discussing conservation issues.