Definition

Related to the study of cell nuclei and their structure, function, and behavior.

Example

The karyologic analysis revealed important information about the cell's genetic material.

Conversation

I just read a fascinating article about karyologic studies.

Really? What did it say about them?

It explained how karyologic research can help us understand genetic disorders.

That sounds interesting! I didn’t know it was so important.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Karyologic is formed from "karyon" (from Greek, meaning nucleus) and "-logic" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). The term refers to the study of the nucleus of cells.

Memory Tip

Think of 'karyon' as the nucleus and '-logic' as the study of something — karyologic means the study of the nucleus.

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