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biodynamics

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bi·o·dy·nam·ics  (b-d-nmks, -d-)
n. (used with a sing. verb)
1. The study of the effects of dynamic processes, such as motion or acceleration, on living organisms.
2. The science of the force or energy of living matter and physiological processes.
3. A method of organic gardening and crop cultivation in which certain factors, such as planetary and seasonal cycles, are considered.

biodynamics [ˌbaɪəʊdaɪˈnæmɪks -dɪ-]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Environmental Science) (functioning as singular) the branch of biology that deals with the energy production and activities of organisms
biodynamic , biodynamical adj

biodynamics
the study of the physiological processes of plants and animals. — biodynamic, biodynamical, adj.
See also: Plants
the study of the physiological processes of plants and animals. — biodynamic, biodynamical, adj.
See also: Animals


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Philosopher Rudolf Steiner developed biodynamics in the early 20th century to solve a farm's problems working with, rather than against, natural cycles.
Twenty three of the 41 "studies" reviewed were published in junk science journals such as Biodynamics, a publication devoted to promoting the extreme theories of mystic organic founder Rudolf Steiner.
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