Centrosome

/ˈsɛntroʊˌsoʊm/ noun

Definition

A small, dense structure found near the nucleus of animal cells that serves as the main microtubule organizing center, responsible for building the spindle during cell division.

Etymology

From Latin 'centrum' (center) + Greek 'soma' (body), literally meaning 'the central body' of the cell.

Kelly Says

The centrosome is like the cell's construction foreman—it organizes the building blocks that form the spindle apparatus, which is absolutely essential for cell division!

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