OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE
GENETICS
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Question
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what is a chromosome
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a DNA thing
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A Very Long Thing
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a tightly coiled thing with genetic information in it
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A small section of DNA
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -In the nucleus of each cell, the DNA molecule is packaged into thread-like structures called chromosomes. Each chromosome is made up of DNA tightly coiled many times around proteins called histones that support its structure.
Detailed explanation-2: -Chromosomes carry DNA in cells. DNA is responsible for building and maintaining your human structure. Genes are segments of your DNA, which give you physical characteristics that make you unique.
Detailed explanation-3: -Condensing DNA into chromosomes prevents DNA tangling and damage during cell division.
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