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  • Multinucleate Cells: Definition, Examples, and Significance
    Cells with many nuclei are called multinucleate or syncytial.

    * Multinucleate is a general term for any cell with more than one nucleus.

    * Syncytial refers specifically to a cell that has multiple nuclei formed by the fusion of multiple cells.

    Some examples of multinucleate cells include:

    * Skeletal muscle fibers: These are formed by the fusion of multiple myoblasts, giving them their characteristic striated appearance.

    * Osteoclasts: These cells are responsible for bone resorption, and they have multiple nuclei to allow for efficient breakdown of bone tissue.

    * Fungal hyphae: The filaments of fungi are often multinucleate, allowing for rapid growth and expansion.

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