Copying
Copying
Copying (pronunciation: /ˈkɒpiɪŋ/) is a term used in various fields of medicine to describe the process of duplicating or reproducing something. This can refer to the replication of DNA in genetics, the duplication of cells in biology, or the reproduction of symptoms in psychology and psychiatry.
Etymology
The term "copying" originates from the Latin word "copia", meaning "abundance" or "plenty". In the context of medicine, it refers to the abundance or duplication of certain elements, such as cells or genetic material.
Related Terms
- Replication: In genetics, replication is the process by which a double-stranded DNA molecule is copied to produce two identical DNA molecules.
- Duplication: In biology, duplication is the process by which a cell makes a copy of its DNA in preparation for cell division.
- Mimicry: In psychology and psychiatry, mimicry refers to the unconscious or conscious imitation of another person's behaviors, mannerisms, or symptoms.
- Cloning: In biotechnology, cloning is the process of producing similar populations of genetically identical individuals that occurs in nature when organisms such as bacteria, insects, or plants reproduce asexually.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Copying
- Wikipedia's article - Copying
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