What is another word for Karyokinetic?

Pronunciation: [kˌaɹɪˌɒka͡ɪnˈɛtɪk] (IPA)

Karyokinetic refers to the process of cell division in which the nucleus divides into two, marking the start of mitosis. Some synonyms for karyokinetic include mitotic, cell division, or nuclear division. Karyokinesis is a similar term that refers to the actual splitting of the nucleus, and can also be used as a synonym for karyokinetic. Other related terms include cytokinesis, which is the final stage of cell division when the cytoplasm divides, and meiosis, a type of cell division where a diploid cell produces four haploid cells. Understanding these terms is important for biologists and anyone interested in cell reproduction and growth.

What are the hypernyms for Karyokinetic?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Karyokinetic

If at some points the chromosomes break and the pieces on the same side unite and pass to the same pole of the Karyokinetic spindle, the necessary condition for crossing-over will have been fulfilled.
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