mitoses

/mɪˈtoʊsiːz/

Definitions

1. noun

the process of cell division resulting in two genetically identical daughter cells, typically involving the replication of chromosomes and the separation of the nucleus.

“During mitosis, the chromosomes are visible as distinct entities.”

2. noun

a stage or instance of the process of cell division resulting in two genetically identical daughter cells.

“The research focused on studying the progression of mitoses in cancer cells.”

Synonyms

  • cell divisions
  • mitotic divisions

Antonyms

  • meiosis