Definition

Tissue that has been removed from a living organism and placed in a culture medium for growth or study.

Example

The explant was carefully placed in a nutrient-rich solution to promote cell growth.

Conversation

I heard they’re studying an explant at the lab today.

Oh really? What kind of tissue are they using?

I think it’s some plant tissue they want to culture.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to see how they work with the explant.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To take living tissue out from its original place and put it in a different environment for growth or study.

Example

The scientist decided to explant the tissue to study its growth in a controlled environment.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new lab technique they use to explant tissue?

Yeah, I read that it helps study cells better in controlled conditions.

I think it's fascinating how they can explant from one plant and grow it in another medium.

Root Explanation

Explant → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or from) and "plant" (from Latin "plantare", meaning to plant). The word "explant" refers to the act of removing a plant or tissue from its original environment for study or cultivation elsewhere.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' something 'from' ('ex-') its original place, like taking a plant out of the ground.

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