Ectogenic

/ˌɛktəˈdʒɛnɪk/ adjective

Definition

Produced by or arising from external sources; generated or caused from outside an organism.

Etymology

From Greek 'ekto-' (outside) + 'genic' (producing, generating). This adjective parallels terms like 'carcinogenic' to describe external factors that produce or generate conditions.

Kelly Says

UV radiation is ectogenic for skin cancer—it's an outside force that triggers internal changes—which is why understanding ectogenic factors helps prevent disease.

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