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Chromosome Structure
Definition 1
The 3-D organization of histones and other proteins on chromosomal DNA in the nucleus and allow for its form and function during cellular growth and division. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 2
Structures which are contained in or part of CHROMOSOMES. (NLM, Medical Subject Headings)
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