chromosome

Hücre çekirdeğinde bulunan ve genetik bilgiyi taşıyan DNA ve proteinden oluşan ipliksi yapı

A thread-like structure of DNA and protein found in cell nuclei that carries genetic information.

• Humans have 46 chromosomes in each cell.
• The mutation occurred on chromosome 7.
• Scientists are studying chromosomal abnormalities that cause genetic disorders.
• Researchers identified a novel gene on chromosome 11 that appears to regulate inflammatory responses in autoimmune diseases.
• Down syndrome results from the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21 in affected individuals.
• Advanced imaging techniques now allow biologists to observe chromosome behavior during cellular division with unprecedented clarity.