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Definition of ex situ in English English dictionary
- This refers, for example, to conservation of genetic resources outside of their natural habitats Gene banks and botanical gardens hold ex situ collections
- Refers to a technology or process for which contaminated material must be removed from the site of contamination for treatment For example, soil must be excavated or groundwater must be pumped to an above ground treatment system Antonym - In Situ
- A remediation process that involves excavation
- Off-site, referring to an off-site remediation process
- Environmental medium that is "out of place", such as excavated soils or pumped (extracted) groundwater
- off site; away from natural situation or location