Acellular (Adjective)
Meaning
Not made up of or divided into cells.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Viral cultures were acellular, lacking any host cells, making it easier to isolate and study the virus itself.
- Some bacteria have an acellular form called L-form, where they exist without cell walls or distinct cells.
- Fiberglass insulation is an acellular material that traps warm air, providing excellent thermal resistance.
- Some rocks, such as obsidian, have an acellular structure due to the rapid cooling of molten lava.
- Many artificial biomaterials are designed to be acellular, making them more suitable for medical applications where tissue rejection is a concern.