Diasters

/ˈdaɪæstərz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of diaster; multiple instances of the stage during cell division when chromosomes separate toward opposite poles.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'diaster,' formed by adding '-s' to the singular form used when discussing multiple cells or multiple instances of the diaster stage.

Kelly Says

When biologists synchronize cell cultures in the lab, they can observe thousands of diasters happening simultaneously—it's like watching a microscopic choreography of chromosome separation!

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