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/
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
Under the microscope, each chromosome carries the genes that shape who we are.
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.
Breakdown
chromo- (from Greek 'chroma' meaning color) + -some (from Greek 'soma' meaning body) = chromosome
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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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