👉 gnotobiotically is a scientific term that refers to a species of animal that lives in a state of complete and total rest, often due to a lack of food or resources. This state can be characterized by a lack of activity, sleep, and any signs of energy production such as metabolism and growth. Gnotobiotic organisms are typically found in environments where they do not have access to food or water, such as the air, soil, or even the atmosphere. Gnotobiotics