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interphase /in·ter·phase/ (in´ter-fāz) the interval between two successive cell divisions, during which the chromosomes are not individually distinguishable.
interphase [in′tərfās′] Etymology: L, inter + Gk, phasis, phase the stage in the cell cycle during which the cell is not dividing, the chromosomes are not individually distinguishable, and such biochemical and physiologic activities as DNA synthesis occur. Interphase follows telophase of one cell division and extends to the beginning of prophase of the next division. See also anaphase, interkinesis, karyostasis, metaphase, mitosis, prophase, telophase. interphase [in´ter-fāz] the interval between two successive cell divisions, during which the chromosomes are not individually distinguishable.
interphase, n the metabolic stage in the cell cycle during which the cell is not dividing.
interphase the interval between two successive cell divisions, during which the chromosomes are not individually distinguishable. The long stage in the cell cycle between successive meioses. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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