Definition

The branch of science that examines how very low temperatures affect living things and their cells.

Example

Cryobiology is important for understanding how to preserve cells and tissues for medical use.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of cryobiology?

Yeah, it's about how living things react to really low temperatures, right?

Exactly! I find it fascinating how it can help with preserving cells.

For sure, it’s amazing what science can do these days.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cryobiology → It is formed from "cryo-" (from Greek "kryos", meaning cold) and "biology" (from Greek "bios", meaning life). The word refers to the study of life at low temperatures, particularly how living organisms respond to freezing conditions.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cold' ('cryo-') and 'life' ('bios') to remember that cryobiology is the study of life in cold conditions.

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