Mice refers to small rodents that are commonly used in scientific research as animal models due to their genetic similarity to humans and ease of handling.
Related terms
Animal Models: Refers to organisms (like mice) that are used in scientific research to mimic certain biological processes or diseases found in humans.
Genetic Similarity: Describes the degree of similarity between the genes of two different organisms, such as mice and humans.
Handling Ease: Indicates how easy it is for researchers to care for and manipulate experimental animals like mice during experiments.