Blastemal

/blæsˈtiːməl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or composed of a blastema; characteristic of the undifferentiated tissue that forms new body parts.

Etymology

From blastema plus -al suffix. This adjective form lets scientists describe processes and tissues related to blastemal development.

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