Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
morulae
Noun
/ˈmɔːr.jʊ.leɪ/
Definition
Morulae are a solid ball of cells that form after a zygote undergoes several divisions during early embryonic development.
Examples
- The morulae stage is crucial for the development of a viable embryo.
- After fertilization, the zygote divides rapidly, leading to the formation of morulae.
Meaning
The term ‘morulae’ refers to the cluster of cells formed in the embryonic stage before the formation of a blastocyst.
Synonyms
- Embryonic cell cluster
- Cell mass
