Caudal

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012953",
  "term": "Caudal",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Relating to the tail or the posterior part of the body, or directed towards the tail or posterior end. This anatomical directional term is used in developmental biology and toxicology to describe the location of structures or the direction of growth and development. For instance, the caudal fin of a fish is located at its posterior end.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 733 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/caudal/"
}