IPA: //baɪˈɒtɪks//
KK: /baɪˈɑtɪks/
The study of living organisms and their vital functions, focusing on the properties and activities that are unique to life, rather than just their chemical and physical characteristics.
Researchers in biotics explore how living systems interact with their environment.
Biotics is derived from the Greek word "bios" (meaning life) and the suffix "-ics" (meaning a field of study or knowledge). The term "biotics" refers to the study of life or living organisms, particularly in relation to their environment.
Think of 'bios' meaning life, and '-ics' indicating a field of study. This helps you remember that 'biotics' relates to the study of life.