endogenous
/ɛnˈdɑdʒənəs/
adjective
- Growing or originating from within an organism, system, or cell.
- Plants have endogenous growth patterns that determine how their stems and leaves develop.
- Endogenous depression is thought to be caused by internal chemical imbalances rather than outside events.
- The body produces endogenous antioxidants to fight cell damage naturally.
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