cytokinezis
Cytokinesis is the final stage of cell division, following mitosis or meiosis. It is the process by which the cytoplasm of a single eukaryotic cell divides into two daughter cells. While mitosis or meiosis segregates the genetic material into two distinct nuclei, cytokinesis ensures that each new nucleus is enclosed within its own cell membrane and cytoplasm.
The mechanism of cytokinesis differs between animal and plant cells. In animal cells, a contractile ring composed
In plant cells, the presence of a rigid cell wall prevents the formation of a cleavage furrow.
Cytokinesis is a crucial process for growth, development, and reproduction in all eukaryotic organisms. Errors in