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The DNA within. the Visible Chromosome
Description: An idealized representation of a chromosome with an overexagerated molecule of DNA (double-helix) shown inside.
Humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes in somatic cells. The chromosome is composed of a very long DNA molecule and associated proteins. The DNA is what is generally understood as the 'information molecule' that carries portions of the hereditary information of an organism.
Keywords: DNA, double helix, genetic code, genes, 3D, molecule, illustration, nucleic acid, idealized
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Dated: 2003-08-03 |
