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Biological Engine

Meaning

A biological engine refers to the integrated cellular and molecular machinery within an organism responsible for converting energy into various forms of biological work, such as movement, synthesis of complex molecules, active transport, and maintaining cellular homeostasis. These engines represent the fundamental metabolic processes that drive life functions, operating at scales from individual protein complexes to entire organ systems, ensuring the continuous supply and efficient utilization of adenosine triphosphate (ATP).