Amitosis (Noun)
Meaning
The direct method of cell division characterized by simple division of the nucleus without formation of chromosomes.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The process of amitosis is often seen in prokaryotic cells where there is no complex division of the nucleus involved.
- Amitosis has long been recognized as an essential method of cell division for certain types of organisms.
- The role of amitosis in cell growth and development was found to be more significant than initially anticipated.
- Researchers have observed that in rapidly dividing cells, amitosis plays an essential part in maintaining their population.
- Cells undergoing amitosis seem to lack a distinct chromosome separation event which occurs during mitosis.