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biological group

 

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Noun biological group has 1 sense
  1. biological group - a group of plants or animals
    --1 is a kind of
    group, grouping
    --1 has particulars:
     genotype; clade; taxonomic group, taxonomic category, taxon; animal group; division; generation; descendants, posterity

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Biological Group

Description:

A biological group refers to a collection or classification of living organisms based on shared characteristics, genetic relationships, or evolutionary history.

Senses and Usages:

Noun - Taxonomic Group:

In biology, a biological group, also known as a taxonomic group, represents a classification of organisms that share common characteristics and are placed under a specific category based on their evolutionary relationships. For example, mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish are different biological groups classified under the kingdom Animalia.

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Noun - Social Group:

In social sciences, a biological group can refer to a collection of individuals within a society or species that share common behaviors, interactions, or social structures. For instance, a wolf pack or a human family can be considered as biological groups where members exhibit social bonds and hierarchical organization.

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Adjective - Pertaining to Biologically Related Individuals:

The term "biological group" can also be used as an adjective to describe individuals who are related by blood or genetics. It indicates a hereditary connection among individuals, such as siblings, parents, and their offspring. For example, a biological group consisting of a mother, father, and children represents a typical nuclear family.

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Sample Sentences:

1. The biologist classified the organisms into various biological groups based on their shared characteristics and evolutionary relationships.

2. The research study explores the behavior of chimpanzees in different biological groups to understand their social dynamics.

3. Jack wants to study the inheritance patterns in a biological group of siblings to explore the role of genetics in certain traits.

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