Maturation

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Maturation

Maturation (/mætʃəˈreɪʃən/) is a biological process by which an organism develops from a single cell into a mature organism capable of independent survival and reproduction. This process involves a series of changes in the structure and function of the organism's cells, tissues, and organs.

Etymology

The term "maturation" is derived from the Latin word "maturare", which means "to ripen". It was first used in the biological context in the late 19th century.

Related Terms

  • Development: The process of growth and differentiation of an organism from its embryonic state to its adult form.
  • Growth: The increase in size and mass of an organism as a result of cell division and enlargement.
  • Differentiation: The process by which cells become specialized in structure and function during development.
  • Puberty: The period of sexual maturation during which a person becomes capable of reproducing.
  • Senescence: The process of aging, during which an organism's physiological functions gradually decline.

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