Microcosm

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-017198",
  "term": "Microcosm",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "A diminutive, representative system analogous to a larger system in composition, development, or configuration. As used in biodegradation treatability studies, microcosms are typically constructed in glass bottles or jars.",
  "subject": "Land, waste and cleanup",
  "references": [
    "Office of Underground Storage Tanks Technical Terms; Glossary of Technical Terms: Office of Underground Storage Tanks"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/microcosm/"
}