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Chromosomes are named for their ability to take up certain stains (Greek: chromos = coloured; soma = body). They are present in all nucleated cells and contain DNA with asso
ciated proteins
Essential Medical Genetics, 6th edition. © Edward S. Tobias, Michael Connor and Malcolm Ferguson-Smith. Published 2011 by Blackwell Published Ltd. 58 / Chapter 5: Chromosomes Chromosome structure Chromosomes are named for their ability to take up certain stains (Greek: chromos = coloured; soma = body). They are present in all nucleated cells and contain DNA with asso
ciated proteins
This chapter discusses the structure of chromosomes, as well as karyotyping and fluorescence in situ hybridisation. In addition, the features of mitochondrial chromosomes and the process of mitosis are described. Essential Medical Genetics, 6th edition. © Edward S. Tobias, Michael Connor and Malcolm Ferguson-Smith. Published 2011 by Blackwell Published Ltd. 58 / Chapter 5: Chromosomes Chromosome structure Chromosomes are named for their ability to take up certain stains (Greek: chromos = coloured; soma = body). They are present in all nucleated cells and contain DNA with asso
ciated proteins
Chromosomes in other species
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Mitosis
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Study Notes
Chromosomes
- Chromosomes are named due to their ability to take up certain stains, derived from Greek words "chromos" meaning colored and "soma" meaning body.
- They are present in all nucleated cells.
- Chromosomes contain DNA with associated proteins.
Chromosome Structure
- This chapter focuses on the structure of chromosomes.
- It covers karyotyping and fluorescence in situ hybridisation.
- The chapter also discusses the features of mitochondrial chromosomes.
Cell Division
- Mitosis is a process described in the chapter.
Comparative Genetics
- Chromosomes are compared across different species.
Test your knowledge of chromosome structure, analysis, heteromorphisms, and mitosis with this quiz. Explore the significance of chromosomes in genetic disorders and their presence in different species, including mitochondrial chromosomes.
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