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mitotic
This term is a specialized biological descriptor used almost exclusively in scientific, medical, and academic registers. It describes the specific phase of the cell cycle where chromosomes are separated, distinguishing it from "meiotic," which refers to the specialized division that produces gametes.
In clinical pathology, the word often appears in the context of a "mitotic index," a quantitative measure used to assess how rapidly a tumor is growing. Because it is a technical adjective, it does not carry emotional connotation but serves as a precise marker of cellular activity.
Meanings
Examples
The mitotic spindle ensures that chromosomes are divided equally between the two daughter cells.
Look at this slide to see the mitotic phase of the cell cycle.
The drug was designed to inhibit mitotic activity in rapidly dividing cancer cells.
I wonder if the mitotic index of this tissue is higher than normal.
Mitotic division allows an organism to grow and repair damaged tissues.
Is the mitotic process always perfectly accurate in every cell?
The researcher observed several mitotic figures under the microscope.
The researcher observed several mitotic figures under the microscope.
Certain chemicals can disrupt the mitotic apparatus and stop cell growth.