incubative

/ˈɪŋkjəˌbeɪtɪv/
adjective
  1. Relating to or involved in the process of developing or hatching, especially in a controlled environment.
    • The incubative period for the virus can last up to two weeks.
    • Scientists studied the incubative conditions needed for the bacteria to grow.
    • The incubative stage of the chicken eggs lasted exactly 21 days.
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