Bioconvection refers to the process by which organisms modify the fluid properties of their environment, leading to fluid flow or convection. This phenomenon has been studied extensively in various organisms such as bacteria, algae, and fungi. Synonyms for bioconvection include microbial convection, cell convection, and biologically induced convection. Other related terms include bacterial swarming and collective motion, which describe the coordinated movement of bacterial populations. These synonyms are useful for describing the complex behaviors of microorganisms and can help broaden our understanding of the role that microbes play in shaping their environment.