centromere
noun
a specialized structure on the chromosome, appearing during cell division as the constricted central region where the two chromatids are held together and form an X shape.
centromeric
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a word derived from
centromere.
Example Sentences
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In the S phase, DNA replication can proceed through the mechanisms that result in the formation of identical pairs of DNA molecules—sister chromatids—that are firmly attached to the centromeric region.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
The centromeric region is highly condensed and thus will appear as a constricted area.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
These remaining 16 super-scaffolds were known to be located in the centromeric region on the basis of SNP marker anchoring.
From Nature ● Nov. 14, 2017
Recombination is the major predictor of polymorphism on the chromosome and autosomes; however, the significant effect of autosomal chromosome region remains after accounting for variation in recombination rates between centromeric and non-centromeric regions.
From Nature ● Feb. 8, 2012
Polymorphism is lower in autosomal centromeric than non-centromeric regions, but not for the chromosome.
From Nature ● Feb. 8, 2012
