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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.


interphase British  
/ ˈɪntəˌfeɪz /

noun

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

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interphase Scientific  
/ ĭntər-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.


Etymology

Origin of interphase

First recorded in 1920–25; inter- + phase

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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

These electrolytes determine the properties of the interphase layer that forms on the electrodes and thus affect features such as battery cycling performance.

From Science Daily Apr. 22, 2024

The scanning XRF images confirmed that there was more cesium present in the anode interphase than the cathode interphase.

From Science Daily Jan. 26, 2024

"But the fact that this lithium fluoride-free interphase enables a long cycle life and fast charging inspires us to revisit the current understanding of 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

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