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Definition:

Chromatin refers to the material within a cell's nucleus that consists of DNA, RNA, and proteins. It is responsible for packaging and organizing the genetic material.

Noun:

In biology, chromatin is a complex of DNA and proteins, including histones, that forms the chromosomes within a cell's nucleus.

Example sentence: The chromatin structure plays a crucial role in gene regulation.

Adjective:

Chromatin modifications are chemical changes that alter the structure and accessibility of the chromatin.

Example sentence: The researcher studied the effects of various chromatin modifications on gene expression.

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