Meaning of the word centromere in English
What does centromere mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
centromere
US /ˈsɛntrəˌmɪər/
UK /ˈsɛntrəˌmɪə/
Noun
the constricted region of a chromosome that separates it into a short arm (p) and a long arm (q). During cell division, the centromere is the point of attachment for the spindle fibers, which pull the sister chromatids apart.
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The centromere plays a crucial role in chromosome segregation during mitosis.
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Each chromosome has a single centromere.