The below mentioned article provides an overview on Chromosomes in the Nucleoplasm:- 1. Subject-Matter of Chromosomes 2. Historical Note of Chromosomes 3. Number 4. Morphology 5. Size 6. The Structure of Eukaryotic Chromosomes 7. Principal Landmarks 8. Chromosome with Diffuse kinetochore and Polycentric Chromosome. Contents: Subject-Matter of Chromosomes Historical Note of Chromosomes Number of Chromosomes Morphology of Chromosomes Size of [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Chromosomes 2. Chromosome Number 3. General Morphology. Meaning of Chromosomes: In 1875, Strasburger discovered thread-like structures which appeared during cell division. Later, these structures were termed as chromosomes (chroma = colour; soma = body) by Waldeyer in 1888 since they showed affinity for basic dyes and could be stained deeply, [...]
In this article we will discuss about the chemical composition of chromatin. Chromatin is composed of DNA (30-40%), RNA (1-10%) and proteins (50-60%). These constituents vary in different organisms and even in the different tissues of the same species (Table 8.2). Even in the same call, the proportions of DNA, RNA and proteins vary with the stage of cell cycle. [...]