bioconversion
/ˈbʌɪəʊk(ə)nˌvəːʃ(ə)n
/noun [mass noun]
The conversion of one chemical compound, or one form of energy, into another by living organisms.Using microorganisms for bioconversion of agricultural commodities to high-value products offers the potential for increased income to farmers....
- The scientists' approach is called bioconversion, a process that uses certain microorganisms or enzymes to reposition groups of hydroxy fatty acids on chains of carbon in vegetable oils.
- The bioconversion to scopolamine was highest when 100 mg l - 1 hyoscyamine was used.
