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Definition of Diaster

1. n. A double star; -- applied to the nucleus of a cell, when, during cell division, the loops of the nuclear network separate into two groups, preparatory to the formation of two daughter nuclei. See Karyokinesis.

Definition of Diaster

1. a stage in mitosis [n -S] : DIASTRAL [adj]

Medical Definition of Diaster

1. A double star; applied to the nucleus of a cell, when, during cell division, the loops of the nuclear network separate into two groups, preparatory to the formation of two daughter nuclei. See Karyokinesis. Origin: Gr. - = twice + star. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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