Lordosis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006770",
  "term": "Lordosis",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An exaggerated inward curvature of the spine, particularly in the lumbar or cervical regions. In toxicology, it can refer to a specific posture adopted by female mammals during estrus, indicating sexual receptivity. This behavioral response is often used in reproductive toxicology studies to assess hormonal effects.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "ventral"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 773 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/lordosis/"
}