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general or unspecified; prefer specifics; differentiate from PHYSIOLOGY, the specialty or discipline
Scope Note
The functions and properties of living organisms, including both the physical and chemical factors and processes, supporting life in single- or multi-cell organisms from their origin through the progression of life.
Entry Term(s)
Physiological Concepts
Physiological Phenomenon
Physiological Process
Physiological Processes
Public MeSH Note
2009; see PHYSIOLOGICAL PROCESSES 1998-2008; for PHYSIOLOGICAL PROCESSES see PHYSIOLOGICAL PROCESSES 2009-2016
The functions and properties of living organisms, including both the physical and chemical factors and processes, supporting life in single- or multi-cell organisms from their origin through the progression of life.