amitotic
/ˌeɪmaɪˈtɑtɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or characterized by amitosis, a type of cell division where the nucleus divides by simple constriction without the formation of chromosomes or a spindle.
- Under the microscope, the amitotic division appeared as a simple pinching of the nucleus.
- The amitotic process is common in certain single-celled organisms.
- Scientists studied the amitotic reproduction of the bacteria in the lab.
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