Question: Who coined the term "mitosis" to describe cell division?
Options:
Strasburger
Robert Brown
W. Flemming
Remak
✅Explanation:
W. Flemming: In 1882, Walther Flemming introduced the term "mitosis" based on the Greek word "mitos" meaning "thread" to describe the process of cell division where chromosomes condense and divide. Â
W. Flemming: In 1882, Walther Flemming introduced the term "mitosis" based on the Greek word "mitos" meaning "thread" to describe the process of cell division where chromosomes condense and divide. Â
📌Other Options:
Strasburger: Eduard Strasburger is known for his work on plant chromosomes and cell division. Â
Robert Brown: Robert Brown discovered the nucleus in plant cells. Â
Remak: Robert Remak was a German biologist who contributed to the understanding of embryonic development. Â