Definition of «replicative»

The term replicative refers to something that is a copy or an imitation. It can also describe a process in which something is copied, such as replication of DNA during cell division. In general usage, it means something that is made or done again, often with the intention of producing multiple identical copies.

Phrases with «replicative»

Sentences with «replicative»

«The effect of viral replicative capacity is just as big as, and independent from, the effect of well - studied protective HLA alleles, which influence whether someone is likely to become an «elite controller,»» says Daniel Claiborne, lead author and postdoctoral fellow. (sciencedaily.com)
CD8 (+) T cells that undergo extensive rounds of antigen - driven proliferation in cell culture invariably reach the end stage of replicative senescence, characterized by irreversible cell - cycle arrest and a critically short telomere length. (sens.org)
Calorie restriction does not elicit a robust extension of replicative lifespan in Saccharomyces cerevisiae. (sciencenews.org)
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