Phrases with «meiotic divisions»

"Meiotic divisions" refer to the process of cell division that occurs during meiosis, a type of cell division that produces reproductive cells (sperm and eggs). In meiotic divisions, one cell divides into four cells with half the number of chromosomes in order to create genetically diverse reproductive cells for sexual reproduction. Full definition

Sentences with «meiotic divisions»

  • The meiosis I — specific monopolin complex helps to keep sister chromatids together in the first meiotic division. (science.sciencemag.org)
  • For homologous chromosomes to segregate properly during meiotic divisions, they must first pair during meiotic prophase. (embl.de)
  • The spermatozoa of animals are produced through spermatogenesis inside the male gonads (testicles) via meiotic division. (medicalxpress.com)
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