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anaphasic

anaphasic

2 9.9
Relating to the stage in cell division when chromosomes move to opposite ends
  • adjective
  • /ˌænəˈfeɪzɪk/
  • Specialized
: anafásico
  • The scientist explained that during the anaphasic stage, chromosomes align and start to separate.

Examples

  • It's important to understand the processes that occur in anaphasic division when studying cell replication.

  • During cell division, the anaphasic process ensures chromosomes are evenly distributed between daughter cells.

  • Errors during the anaphasic stage can lead to genetic disorders.

  • The scientist observed a distinct anaphasic movement of chromosomes under the microscope.

  • The anaphasic phase is crucial!

  • During the anaphasic stage, chromosomes move apart.

  • During anaphasic phase, the sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite ends of the cell.

Surface Forms

anaphasic positive

Morphology

anaphasic = anaphase (transparent) = anaphase + ic

Formed by adding the adjectival suffix '-ic' to the noun 'anaphase' to mean 'relating to anaphase', a direct and regular derivation for learners familiar with the base term.

Etymology

The word anaphasic comes from the parts ana- meaning 'apart' or 'up', the word phase meaning 'stage', and the ending -ic meaning 'relating to'. So, anaphasic describes something 'relating to the stage when chromosomes move apart' during cell division.