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Study Aster lecture notes PDF with biology definitions and explanation to study What is Aster?. Study aster explanation with biology terms to review biology course for online degree programs.

Aster Definition:

  • An aster is a radial array of short microtubules extending from each centrosome.

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Aster Notes:

An aster is a cellular structure shaped like a star, comprising of a centrosome and its associated microtubules during the early stages of mitosis in an animal cel Astral rays which are made up of microtubules, radiate from the centrosphere and have a structure like the cloud. Asters do not form during mitosis in plants are exclusive to animals only.

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