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Noun totipotence has 1 sense
- totipotency, totipotence - the ability of a cell to give rise to unlike cells and so to develop a new organism or part; "animal cells lose their totipotency at an early stage in embryonic development"
--1 is a kind of ability
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Totipotence
Description:
Totipotence is a term used in biology to refer to the ability of a single cell to differentiate and give rise to all the specialized cell types of an organism.
In a broader sense, totipotence also refers to the concept of having unlimited power or capability.
Sample Sentences:
- In embryology, the fertilized egg possesses totipotence, being capable of transforming into any type of cell.
- Some philosophers argue that the concept of totipotence is reserved only for a higher being or supreme entity.
- She showcased her mental totipotence by excelling in various disciplines, from physics to literature.
- Companies often strive for totipotence in their products, aiming to satisfy all customer needs.
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