Runt

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010456",
  "term": "Runt",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An individual animal within a litter that is noticeably smaller and weaker than its littermates at birth or during early development. This condition can result from intrauterine growth restriction or other developmental anomalies. Runts frequently exhibit lower survival rates and slower growth trajectories compared to their siblings.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "litter"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 802 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/runt/"
}