Centrosome (Noun)
Meaning
Small region of cytoplasm adjacent to the nucleus; contains the centrioles and serves to organize the microtubules.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The centrosome plays a crucial role in the formation of the spindle fibers during cell division.
- In most animal cells, the centrosome is located near the nucleus and is the primary microtubule organizing center.
- During interphase, the centrosome duplicates and the two centrosomes move apart to opposite ends of the cell.
- The centrosome is composed of two centrioles surrounded by a cloud of pericentriolar material that helps to nucleate microtubules.
- Separation of the centrosome is essential for the proper segregation of chromosomes during mitosis and meiosis.