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B chromosomes

Tipo

  • Topic

Definición

  • Information B chromosomes are extra chromosomes to the normal chromosomal set of an organism and are found in some species. They are small sized, mostly heterochromatic, dispensable, and are transmitted in a non-Mendelian manner.

Concepto genérico

Sinónimos

  • accessory chromosomes
  • B-type chromosomes
  • supernumerary chromosomes

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/281186

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