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bioelectric

American  
[bahy-oh-i-lek-trik] / ˌbaɪ oʊ ɪˈlɛk trɪk /
Also bioelectrical

adjective

  1. of or relating to electric phenomena occurring in living organisms.


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Etymology

Origin of bioelectric

First recorded in 1915–20; bio- + electric

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Levin believes this information is delivered to the cells via bioelectric signaling, which governs the maintenance of form in other organisms such as fish, frogs and humans.

From Scientific American May 31, 2023

Samsung has also added a bioelectric impedance sensor, which is designed to measure body fat.

From The Verge Aug. 18, 2021

Cyberdyne’s gear works by reading bioelectric signals from the brain to the muscles, thus mimicking and supporting the movement intended.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 25, 2019

Once Anderson decides to take the former, he learns that the human race lives in a shared simulated reality called The Matrix so that intelligent machines can survive off of our bioelectric energy.

From Salon Jun. 25, 2019

Suddenly, puke-green bioelectric lights ignited on the sides of the thing’s body.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young

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