Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
amitosis
noun
/ˌeɪ.mɪˈtoʊ.sɪs/
Definition
A type of cell division that occurs without the formation of mitotic spindles or the typical stages of mitosis.
Examples
- Amitosis is seen in some protozoans and certain plant cells.
- Unlike mitosis, amitosis does not involve chromosomal alignment or division in a typical fashion.
Meaning
Amitosis refers to the process where the nucleus divides directly into two parts without the usual steps of mitosis, resulting in two daughter cells.
Synonyms
- direct cell division
- non-mitotic division
