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Chromosome

Chromosome

A DNA molecule together with associated proteins and other components that organize and transmit genetic information.

Overview

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A is a packaged DNA structure carrying many genes. Before cell division it is copied and carefully sorted into new cells.

Quick Facts

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TopicHeredity & Cell Division

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Open network
ProcessMitosissegregated duringProcessMeiosissegregated during
All 2 Structured Connections
Chromosome · Molecular complexSEGREGATED DURING →Mitosis · Process
Chromosome · Molecular complexSEGREGATED DURING →Meiosis · Process

Recommended Reading

Trusted references for learning more about Chromosome.

textbookThe Process of MeiosisOpenStax Biology 2e textbookThe Cell CycleOpenStax Biology 2e
Research Claims

Chromosome organization spans nucleosomes, loops, domains, and higher-order dynamics; structures and terminology depend on cell state and organism.