generation time, \(t_{\text{G}}\)

in biotechnology
https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.G02614
The average time required by a cell for the completion of one cell cycle.
Source:
PAC, 1992, 64, 143. 'Glossary for chemists of terms used in biotechnology (IUPAC Recommendations 1992)' on page 155 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199264010143)