Significance of Biological function
Biological function, as defined in both Ayurveda and science, encompasses the essential processes and roles that sustain life in living organisms. It includes the organizational activities of physical and vital forces necessary for survival, interactions of enzymes, and the roles of various compounds, such as phytoconstituents and proteins. These functions are crucial for metabolism, health, and responding to environmental changes, highlighting the interconnectedness of biochemical and physiological processes in maintaining life's complexity and promoting overall well-being.
Synonyms: Biological role, Physiological function, Biological activity, Physiological role, Cellular function, Life process
In Dutch: Biologische functie; In Finnish: Biologinen toiminta; In Spanish: Funci贸n biol贸gica
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Hindu concept of 'Biological function'
In Hinduism, biological function encompasses the essential processes that sustain life, reflecting the organization of physical and vital forces within living beings, which are integral to their existence and well-being.
From: History of Indian Medicine (and Ayurveda)
(1) The processes necessary for sustaining life, requiring an organization of physical and vital forces in biological entities.[1]
The concept of Biological function in scientific sources
Biological function encompasses the physiological roles of compounds like steroids in medicine, the survival contributions of pigments like chlorophyll in plants, and the protective roles of flavonoids against health issues, highlighting their importance in living organisms.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) Biological functions of flavonoids show diversity, however, the flavones are the most extensively studied group because of their promising biological properties.[2]