Developmental variation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003108",
  "term": "Developmental variation",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A deviation from the typical morphological or functional development that falls within the normal range of biological variability and does not cause adverse health effects. These variations are often minor and do not impair viability or function. An example is the presence of an extra rib or a minor alteration in a bone structure that has no clinical significance.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 819 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/developmental-variation/"
}