Definition of mitosis
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play \-ˌsēz\1 : a process that takes place in the nucleus of a dividing cell, involves typically a series of steps consisting of prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase, and results in the formation of two new nuclei each having the same number of chromosomes as the parent nucleus — compare meiosis
2 : cell division in which mitosis occurs
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These critters have a gestation time measured in minutes — a real challenge for mitosis but an advantage in avoiding tiresome delays in the storyline.
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Origin and Etymology of mitosis
New Latin, from Greek mitos thread
MITOSIS Defined for Kids
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\-ˈtō-ˌsēz\: a process of cell division in which two new nuclei are formed each containing the original number of chromosomes
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mitoses
\-ˌsēz\play1: a process that takes place in the nucleus of a dividing cell, involves typically a series of steps consisting of prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase, and results in the formation of two new nuclei each having the same number of chromosomes as the parent nucleus—compare meiosis
2: cell division in which mitosis occurs
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