ɪˈtoʊ noun Biology.
the direct method of cell division, characterized by simple cleavage of the nucleus without the formation of chromosomes.
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| —n | |
| an unusual form of cell division in which the nucleus and cytoplasm divide by constriction without the formation of chromosomes; direct cell division | |
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| amitotic | |
| —adj | |
| ami'totically | |
| —adv | |
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amitosis am·i·to·sis (ām'ĭ-tō'sĭs, ā'mī-)
n.
Direct division of the nucleus and cell without the nuclear changes that usually occur during cell reproduction. Also called direct nuclear division.
am'i·tot'ic (-tŏt'ĭk) adj.
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