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defined:
The central cell structure that houses the chromosomes.
explained:
Listen to a detailed explanation. (Requires the free RealPlayer download) Dr. Paul Meltzer, formerly of the National Human Genome Research Institute's Laboratory of Cancer Genetics, defines nucleus.
illustrated:
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relatedterms:
chromosome, deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)
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