"biocrystallization" meaning in All languages combined

See biocrystallization on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Etymology: From bio- + crystallization. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|bio|crystallization}} bio- + crystallization Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} biocrystallization (uncountable)
  1. The formation of crystals from organic macromolecules by living organisms. Tags: uncountable
    Sense id: en-biocrystallization-en-noun-MyVPkfRG Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English terms prefixed with bio-, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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