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Vocabulary Term Details

Nidation

Definition (http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?o2=&o0=1&o8=1&o1=1&o7=&o5=&o9=&o6=&o3=&o4=&s=nidation)

The organic process whereby a fertilized egg becomes implanted in the lining of the uterus of placental mammals. (WordNet)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
N/A

Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Embryonic development
N/AAnimal embryos
Pregnancy

This term is used for the following terms: 
Natural embryo implantation
Ovule implantation

Approved Date
30-May-2013

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