chromosome — a threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkroʊməsoʊm/
Korean meaning: 유전 정보를 담고 있는 실 모양의 구조체로, 세포핵 안에 있는 염색체
Korean pronunciation: **크로**머솜
Example Sentences
- My biology teacher said I inherited my dad's Y chromosome, which explains why I can't find anything in the refrigerator.
- Scientists can examine chromosomes to detect genetic disorders before birth.
- Down syndrome is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21.
chromosome
NOUN//ˈkroʊməsoʊm//
a threadlike structure of nucleic acids and protein found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes
A scientist studies chromosome structures containing genetic information in the cell nucleus
Damaged chromosome causes syndrome, healthy genome brings freedom!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'chroma' meaning 'color' and 'soma' meaning 'body'. The term was coined in the late 19th century because these structures appeared colored under early microscopic staining techniques.
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📝Examples
“My biology teacher said I inherited my dad's Y chromosome, which explains why I can't find anything in the refrigerator.”
“Scientists can examine chromosomes to detect genetic disorders before birth.”
“Down syndrome is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21.”
“The X and Y chromosomes determine whether a baby will be male or female.”
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