Animal experimentation

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Animal experimentation

Animal experimentation (pronunciation: /ˈanɪməl ˌɛkspɛrɪmɛnˈteɪʃən/), also known as animal testing or vivisection, refers to the use of non-human animals in experiments that seek to control the variables that affect the behavior or biological system under study. This approach can be contrasted with field studies in which animals are observed in their natural environments or habitats.

Etymology

The term "animal experimentation" is derived from the Latin animalis meaning "having breath" and the English word "experiment" which comes from the Latin experimentum meaning "a trial, test."

Related terms

  • In vivo: Refers to experiments or measurements done in or on the living tissue of a whole, living organism.
  • In vitro: Refers to the technique of performing a given experiment in a controlled environment outside of a living organism.
  • Animal model: An animal whose biology and behavior can be studied in a controlled laboratory setting and can provide insight into human disease processes.
  • Animal rights: The belief that animals have a right to be free from human use and exploitation.
  • Animal welfare: The well-being of animals, which can be assessed by measures of an animal's physical and mental state.

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