In Vitro (Adverb)
Meaning
In an artificial environment outside the living organism; "an egg fertilized in vitro".
Examples
- The scientists successfully grew the cells in vitro by providing them with the necessary nutrients.
- Stem cells are often studied in vitro to better understand their potential for regeneration.
- Human embryos are sometimes conceived in vitro through the process of in vitro fertilization.
- Biologists often attempt to recreate natural ecosystems in vitro in laboratory experiments.
- The bacteria were observed in vitro under controlled temperature and humidity conditions.