Wean

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012661",
  "term": "Wean",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "To gradually introduce an infant or young animal to solid food while reducing or discontinuing milk feeding. This process involves a transition from a solely milk-based diet to a more varied diet appropriate for the developmental stage. In toxicology studies, weaning age and diet composition are carefully controlled variables.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 821 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/wean/"
}