Unit 3 - Topic 2 - Experimentation - Section B - Experimental Design - Part IV - In vivo and in vitro studies Flashcards
1
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What does in vitro refer to
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The technique of performing a given procedure in a controlled environment outside of a living organism
2
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Examples of in vitro experiements
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- cells growing in culture medium
- proteins in solution
- purified organelles
3
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What does in vivo refer to
A
Experimentation using a whole, living organism
4
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of in vivo and in vitro studies
A
Vivo - wider environment
Vitro - more controlled
