bioactive

/ (ˌbaɪəʊˈæktɪv) /

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adjective

(of a substance) having or producing an effect on living tissue

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Derived forms of bioactive

bioactivity, noun

Words nearby bioactive

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Scientific definitions for bioactive

bioactive

[ bī′ō-ăk′tĭv ]

Relating to a substance that has an effect on living tissue.