Ostium

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008363",
  "term": "Ostium",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A small opening or mouth, particularly referring to an orifice that connects two anatomical structures or leads into a cavity. In biology, it can describe the opening of a fallopian tube or a cardiac valve. The term is derived from Latin for 'mouth' or 'door'.",
  "synonyms": [
    "introitus"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 788 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/ostium/"
}