Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

morulation

Noun

/ˌmɔːr.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

Definition

The process of forming a morula, which is a solid ball of cells resulting from the division of a fertilized ovum before it becomes a blastula.

Examples

The morulation of the embryo is a crucial phase in early development.
Scientists study morulation to understand early human development.
During morulation, the cells tightly group together, forming a structure that will later develop into more complex forms.

Meaning

Morulation refers specifically to the early stages of embryonic development where the zygote undergoes several divisions to form a compact mass of cells.