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Schematic diagram of a cell showing the nucleus, chromosomes, chromatids and centromere.

centromere

(genetic biology)

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  • Grammar: noun
    plural:
    centromeres
  • Definition: the point at which chromatids are joined
  • Example:
    During mitosis, the spindle fibre attaches to the centromere.


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