LEPTOTENE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Leptotene.
Leptotene - as a noun
The first stage of the prophase of meiosis
Example Sentences
"During leptotene, the chromosomes begin to condense."
"In leptotene, the homologous chromosomes pair up."
"During leptotene, the nuclear envelope starts to break down."
"The leptotene stage is followed by the zygotene stage in meiosis."
"The leptotene stage allows for genetic recombination between homologous chromosomes."
Word Game Points
Is LEPTOTENE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, leptotene is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LEPTOTENE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is LEPTOTENE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, leptotene is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLEPTOTENE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is LEPTOTENE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, leptotene is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLEPTOTENE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
