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meiosis

[mahy-oh-sis] / maɪˈoʊ sɪs /
NOUN
cell division
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This variation is attributed to the process of meiosis, which generates reproductive cells like sperm and eggs in animals or pollen and ovules in plants.

From Science Daily • Mar. 8, 2024

When meiosis begins, homologous chromosomes arrange themselves into elongated structures organized along a backbone called the axis.

From Science Daily • Jan. 4, 2024

Uncovering the SC's role in meiosis may help to better understand fertility in humans.

From Science Daily • Jan. 4, 2024

The Ring stage may multiply by mitosis or it may undergo meiosis, forming new 1n gametes of male or female sex types.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015

“Hey, can you tell me which phase of meiosis this cell is currently in?”

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller