Developing

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Developing (Medicine)

Developing (pronunciation: /dɪˈvɛləpɪŋ/) in the context of medicine refers to the process of growth and differentiation of cells, tissues, and organs in the human body. It is a crucial aspect of biology and medicine, and is closely related to the fields of embryology, genetics, and cell biology.

Etymology

The term "developing" comes from the Old French desveloper, meaning "unwrap, unfurl." In the medical context, it was first used in the 19th century to describe the process of growth and differentiation in organisms.

Related Terms

  • Cell Differentiation: The process by which a less specialized cell becomes a more specialized cell type.
  • Growth: The process of increasing in physical size.
  • Embryology: The branch of biology and medicine concerned with the study of embryos and their development.
  • Genetics: The study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms.
  • Cell Biology: The study of cell structure and function, and it revolves around the concept that the cell is the fundamental unit of life.

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