CENTRIOLE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Centriole.
Centriole - as a noun
One of a pair of small cylindrical cell organelles near the nucleus in animal cells; composed of nine triplet microtubules and form the asters during mitosis
Example Sentences
"The centriole is a cellular organelle that plays a role in cell division."
"During mitosis, the centrioles duplicate to form the spindle fibers."
"Abnormal centriole numbers can lead to chromosomal instability."
"The centrioles are responsible for organizing the microtubules of the cytoskeleton."
"The orientation of centrioles is critical for proper cell division."
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Is CENTRIOLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, centriole is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CENTRIOLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is CENTRIOLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, centriole is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCENTRIOLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
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Yes, centriole is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCENTRIOLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.