Chromosomes
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Introduction
Chromosomes are long, double-standed molecules of DNA. Each contains 50-250 million base pairs.
Chromosome structure
chromatin, histones, etc
Identification of Chromosomes
chromosomes are identified by karyotyping, which allows for distinguishing by length, position of centromere, and banding pattern.
More recently, techniques such as FISH and comparative genome hybridization allow for identification and study of chromosomes.
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