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Mitose

German → American English

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Mitosis

Teilung des Zellkerns, bei der aus einer Zelle zwei genetisch identische Tochterzellen entstehen.

Die Mitose ist ein wichtiger Prozess für das Wachstum und die Erneuerung von Geweben.

Mitose is a scientific noun and is usually used in biology contexts; in German it takes the article die: die Mitose.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Mitose” mean in English?

“Mitose” means “mitosis” in English.

Is Mitose the same as Meiose?

No. Mitose is cell division that produces two genetically identical daughter cells, while Meiose produces sex cells with half the chromosome number.

What article do you use with Mitose in German?

The correct article is die: die Mitose.