Life cycle

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006556",
  "term": "Life cycle",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The series of changes in form and function that an organism undergoes from its inception as a zygote, spore, or other reproductive structure, through growth, reproduction, and eventual death. This encompasses all developmental stages and reproductive phases. The life cycle of an insect, for instance, typically includes egg, larva, pupa, and adult stages.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "life history",
    "life-cycle study"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 905 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/life-cycle/"
}