국화과 아스테르속에 속하는 식물의 총칭으로, 별 모양의 꽃이 피는 것이 특징이다.
A plant of the daisy family with star-shaped flowers, typically having purple, pink, or white petals around a yellow center.
예문:
"The garden was filled with vibrant purple asters that bloomed late in the autumn."
"Asters are popular in floral arrangements because of their star-like appearance and long-lasting petals."
세포 분열 시 중심체 주위에 방사형으로 형성되는 별 모양의 미세소관 구조물.
A star-shaped structure formed by microtubules radiating from a centrosome during mitosis or meiosis.
예문:
"During the early stages of mitosis, the aster helps organize the spindle fibers."
"The formation of the aster is a critical step in ensuring the proper alignment of chromosomes."