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diaster
[ dahy-as-ter ]
noun
, Cell Biology.
- the stage in mitosis at which the chromosomes, after their division and separation, are grouped near the poles of the spindle.
diaster
/ daɪˈæstə /
noun
- rare.cytology the stage in cell division at which the chromosomes are in two groups at the poles of the spindle before forming daughter nuclei
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Derived Forms
- diˈastral, adjective
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Other Words From
- di·astral adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of diaster1
C19: from di- 1+ Greek astēr star
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Example Sentences
Chromosomes at the poles forming the Diaster, beginning splitting of the Cell-body.
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