Circumnuclear

/ˌsɜːrkəmˈnjuːklɪər/ adjective

Definition

Surrounding or located around a cell's nucleus or an atomic nucleus.

Etymology

From circum- (around) + nuclear (relating to a nucleus). Scientific term combining Latin with modern scientific terminology.

Kelly Says

Circumnuclear organizing centers in cells control where the cell's skeleton forms—without these structures, cells would literally fall apart. It's like a construction superintendent directing where all the building materials go!

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