morula (Meaning)
morula (n)
a solid mass of blastomeres that forms when the zygote splits; develops into the blastula
morula (n.)
The sphere or globular mass of cells (blastomeres), formed by the clevage of the ovum or egg in the first stages of its development; -- called also mulberry mass, segmentation sphere, and blastosphere. See Segmentation.
Synonyms & Antonyms of morula
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morula Sentence Examples
- The fertilized egg developed into a morula, a compact ball of cells that divides rapidly.
- The eight-cell stage of development, known as the morula, occurs about 3 days after fertilization.
- The outer layer of the morula consists of trophoblasts, which will form the placenta.
- Within the morula, an inner cell mass forms, which will eventually become the embryo.
- The morula undergoes compaction, where the cells become tightly packed and adhere to each other.
- The zona pellucida, a protective layer around the morula, inhibits further sperm penetration.
- The morula initiates the blastocyst stage of development, where a fluid-filled cavity forms within it.
- In vitro fertilization typically involves the transfer of a morula into the woman's uterus.
- The morula's size and shape can provide insights into the viability and health of the embryo.
- Research on morula biopsies aims to identify genetic abnormalities in early embryos.
FAQs About the word morula
a solid mass of blastomeres that forms when the zygote splits; develops into the blastulaThe sphere or globular mass of cells (blastomeres), formed by the cleva
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The fertilized egg developed into a morula, a compact ball of cells that divides rapidly.
The eight-cell stage of development, known as the morula, occurs about 3 days after fertilization.
The outer layer of the morula consists of trophoblasts, which will form the placenta.
Within the morula, an inner cell mass forms, which will eventually become the embryo.
