Basic formal ontology

Basic formal ontology

Definition

Basic formal ontology is a small, upper-level ontology.

Notes

• It is is designed for use in supporting information retrieval, analysis and integration in scientific and other domains.
• It does not contain physical, chemical, biological or other terms which would properly fall within the coverage domains of the special sciences.

Abbreviations

BFO

Generic relations

In Generic relations. superordinate concepts and subordinate concepts can be distinguished:

Superordinate concept is:

• Ontology