Definitions for "Ex Situ"
outside of the original, natural, or existing place, position, or habitat (often referring to a zoo)
off site; away from natural situation or location
Conservation A conservation method that entails the removal of germplasm resources (seed, pollen, sperm, individual organisms, from their original habitat or natural environment. Keeping components of biodiversity alive outside of their original habitat or natural environment.
Off-site, referring to an off-site remediation process.
Removed from the site, not in place. Treatment of hazardous wastes by removing them to another location.
A remediation process that involves excavation.