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telomere

/ˈtɛl.ə.mɪər/

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noun

/ˈtɛl.ə.mɪər/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучный термин, обозначающий защитный колпачок на конце эукариотической хромосомы, который играет ключевую роль в клеточном старении и стабильности.

A scientific term referring to the protective cap at the end of a eukaryotic chromosome, which plays a key role in cellular aging and stability.

  1. Chromosome endC2formalscientific

    The protective cap at the end of a eukaryotic chromosome, composed of repetitive DNA sequences and proteins, which prevents chromosome deterioration and fusion.

    ruТеломера

    • Telomeres shorten each time a cell divides, which is linked to aging.
    • Scientists study telomere length to understand cellular lifespan.
    • Damage to telomeres can lead to genomic instability.
Forms
  • telomeres plural form
  • telomeres' possessive plural form
  • telomere's possessive singular form