A scientific definition is not simple; apparently over 90 definitions have been offered by experts.

While the scientific definition is clear, the cultural definitions are more varied.

The first three of the above four scientific definitions describe the state of the environment.

A precise scientific definition of life is an elusive thing.

I'll take your word for it that the scientific definition of "effect" in this context is as you say.

This approach is based on a "scientific" definition of a person and a conflict.

They argue that these differences meet the scientific definition of personality.

However, her theories are far different than the normal scientific definition.

My question is what is the scientific definition of life?

The scientific definition of a term sometimes differs substantially from its natural language usage.