The meaning of the word protocol as it is used in the text. Then write your definition of protocol here and explain how you discovered the meaning of the word.

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Explanation:

In simple terms, A protocol may be refer to a written design that should be adopted when performing an experiment.

It can also be referred to as a predefined procedural method in the design and implementation of an experiment.

Having mentioned that, it's worth noting that protocols must be written to insure that you have both a clear idea of how you will do the experiment; so that the results can be replicated by others.