1. produced by or resulting from living organisms; of biological origin
Usage: technical; scientific
2. relating to or composed of material derived from living things, especially in geological or sedimentary contexts
Usage: geology; technical

Examples

• The biogenous sediments on the ocean floor contain shells and skeletal remains of marine organisms.
• Biogenous gases are produced by the metabolic activities of bacteria and other microorganisms.
• Coal and petroleum are biogenous fuels formed from ancient organic matter.
• The biogenous origin of limestone can be traced to accumulated coral and shell fragments.
• Scientists study biogenous compounds to understand the chemical cycles in ecosystems.