Synonym of epitheca.
Used in a Sentence
episome
Definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for episome.
Editorial note
Instead it forms a circular DNA loop (episome) in the cell that is like an extra chromosome.
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Quick take
Synonym of epitheca.
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of episome gathered in one view.
(cytology) A segment of DNA that can exist and replicate either autonomously in the cytoplasm or as part of a chromosome, mainly found in bacteria.
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for episome.
noun
Synonym of epitheca.
noun
(cytology) A segment of DNA that can exist and replicate either autonomously in the cytoplasm or as part of a chromosome, mainly found in bacteria.
Example sentences
Instead it forms a circular DNA loop (episome) in the cell that is like an extra chromosome.
And regular cell-division will include this episome the way it does the regular chromosomes?
There are actually a lot of DNA that is free floating around in the cell, and are used during protein synthesis, called episome or non-integrated DNA.
Frequently asked questions
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How do you use episome in a sentence?
Instead it forms a circular DNA loop (episome) in the cell that is like an extra chromosome.
What does episome mean?
Synonym of epitheca.
What part of speech is episome?
episome is commonly used as noun.