interphase

American  

[in-ter-feyz] / ˈɪn tərˌfeɪz /

noun

Cell Biology.

1. the period of the cell cycle during which the nucleus is not undergoing division, typically occurring between mitotic or meiotic divisions.

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interphase British  

/ ˈɪntəˌfeɪz /

noun

1. biology the period between two successive divisions of a cell

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interphase Scientific  

/ ĭn′tər-fāz′ /

1. The stage in the development of a cell following mitosis or meiosis, during which the nucleus is not dividing. In cells that will undergo further division, the DNA in the nucleus is duplicated in preparation for the next division.

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Etymology

Origin of interphase

First recorded in 1920–25; inter- + phase

Example Sentences

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interphase

In addition, the properties of the DFOB- anions allow for the formation of an inorganic-dominated, robust interphase layer on LCO and graphite electrodes, resulting in outstanding cycling stability in half and full cells.

From Science Daily ● Apr. 22, 2024

"Mominur's findings challenge conventional beliefs about the components of an effective interphase," said Enyuan Hu, Brookhaven chemist and principal investigator within the Electrochemical Energy Storage Group.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 26, 2024

Scientists studying batteries generally regard lithium fluoride as a necessary component of a good interphase.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 26, 2024

To prevent this from happening, Brookhaven chemists set out to engineer the interphase.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 26, 2024

"But we also wanted to stabilize the batteries with a more protective interphase so they would last longer."

From Science Daily ● Jan. 26, 2024