Definition of "micronuclei" [micronuclei]

• Plural form of micronucleus. (noun)

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• "These DNA fragments are called micronuclei, typical mutations from excessive X-rays, or from gamma waves of nuclear detonation."
• "They cease to receive nourishment, stop releasing toxins, die prematurely & spill micronuclei fragments into a sort of tunor bank account."
• "Cytogenetic effects in children and mothers exposed to air pollution assessed by the frequency of micronuclei and fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH): ..."