Earthworm reproduction test

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003541",
  "term": "Earthworm reproduction test",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A standardized ecotoxicological assay used to evaluate the effects of chemicals in soil on the reproductive success of earthworms. Adult earthworms are exposed to contaminated soil, and the number of cocoons produced and hatched juveniles is measured. This test provides data on the chronic toxicity of substances to soil invertebrates, contributing to environmental risk assessments.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "adult"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 746 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/earthworm-reproduction-test/"
}