“Uncoiled” Chromosomes: A Unique Perspective on the Determinants of Chromosomal Width
image: Researchers report that in every organism, longer chromosome arms are always wider. see After Credit: Dr Yasutaka Kakui from Waseda University Chromosomes are a highly condensed form of DNA and are crucial for cell division. During mitosis, chromosomes ensure that genetic material is evenly distributed among daughter cells. Interestingly, the dimensions and degree of …
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