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Telocentric Chromosome

A telocentric chromosome is a type of chromosome in which the centromere is positioned at the very end, resulting in a single long arm.

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A chromosome with a centromere located at one of the ends.

Example: In humans, the short arms of chromosomes 13, 14, 15, 21, and 22 are telocentric.

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Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Relating to or characterized by telocentric chromosomes.

Example: The telocentric nature of certain chromosomes can affect genetic recombination during meiosis.

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