diakinesis
/ˌdaɪəkɪˈniːsɪs/
noun
- The final stage of the first prophase in meiosis, characterized by the condensation of chromosomes and the breakdown of the nuclear envelope.
- The cell entered diakinesis, and the chromosomes began to move toward the equator.
- Students in biology class examined slides showing cells in diakinesis.
- Diakinesis is a key phase in meiosis where crossing over is completed.