O biólogo molecular
Example: O biólogo molecular estuda o DNA para entender doenças genéticas.
Definition
"O biólogo molecular" refers to a molecular biologist, a scientist who studies the molecular basis of biological activity, particularly focusing on DNA, RNA, and proteins to understand cellular processes and genetic diseases.
Etymology
The term "o biólogo molecular" combines the Portuguese word "biólogo," meaning biologist, which originates from the Greek 'bios' (life) and 'logos' (study), with "molecular," derived from Latin 'molecula,' meaning a small mass or molecule. Did you know? Molecular biology emerged as a distinct field in the mid-20th century, linking biology and chemistry.
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