Meaning of the word metaphase in English
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metaphase
US /ˈmet̬.ə.feɪz/
UK /ˈmet.ə.feɪz/
Noun
the second stage of cell division (mitosis or meiosis), during which the chromosomes become attached to the spindle fibers and align in the middle of the cell
Example:
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During metaphase, chromosomes line up along the equatorial plate.
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The scientist observed the cell under a microscope to identify the metaphase stage.