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Chromosone

Description:

A chromosome is a thread-like structure of DNA that contains the genetic information necessary for the development and functioning of all living organisms.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

A structural component that carries genes

Example Sentence: The chromosones in humans determine our unique characteristics.

Sense 2:

An individual molecule of DNA or RNA

Example Sentence: The geneticist studied the chromosones of the plant to determine its traits.

Sense 3:

A visible under a microscope structure, occurring during cell division

Example Sentence: The biology students eagerly observed the chromosones under the microscope.

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