How Do You Spell KARYOKINESIS?

Pronunciation: [kˌaɹɪˌɒkənˈiːsɪs] (IPA)

Karyokinesis is the process of cell division that involves the separation of the chromosomes into two nuclei. The word is spelled as "ka-ree-oh-ki-nee-sis" and is pronounced as /kaɹiəʊkɪˈniːsɪs/. The first syllable "ka" is pronounced as /kæ/, the second is "ree" pronounced as /ri/, "oh" as /əʊ/, "ki" as /kɪ/, "nee" as /niː/, and "sis" as /sɪs/. The phonetic transcription helps in understanding the pronunciation and correct spelling of the word, ensuring accurate communication of scientific processes.

KARYOKINESIS Meaning and Definition

1. Karyokinesis is a term used in biology to describe the process of nuclear division during cell division. It refers specifically to the division of the nucleus, which involves the separation and distribution of the genetic material, including the chromosomes, into two daughter nuclei. This process typically occurs during the later stages of cell division, known as mitosis, and is crucial for proper cell growth and development.

   During karyokinesis, the genetic material becomes condensed and organized into distinct structures called chromosomes. These chromosomes are replicated earlier in the cell cycle, so that each daughter cell receives a complete set of chromosomes. As the process progresses, the chromosomes align along the equator of the cell and are then separated into two groups. Finally, the two groups of chromosomes move towards opposite poles of the cell, yielding two separate nuclei.

   Karyokinesis is a highly regulated process, as any errors or abnormalities in nuclear division can lead to genetic instability and various disorders. It is tightly controlled by a complex network of proteins and signaling pathways, ensuring that each daughter cell receives the correct number and type of chromosomes. Karyokinesis is essential for the growth, development, and maintenance of multicellular organisms, as it allows for the formation of genetically identical daughter cells.

2. Caryocinesia.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for KARYOKINESIS

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Etymology of KARYOKINESIS

The word "karyokinesis" is derived from two Greek words: "karyon" meaning "nut" or "kernel" and "kinesis" meaning "movement". "Karyon" refers to the cell nucleus, which contains the genetic material of a cell. "Kinesis" refers to movement or motion. Therefore, "karyokinesis" literally means "nuclear movement" and is used to describe the process of cell division that involves the separation and movement of chromosomes.

Similar spelling word for KARYOKINESIS

• Karyokinetic.

Plural form of KARYOKINESIS is KARYOKINESES