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DNA is typically found in cells in the form of a very long strand that is coiled many

times and contains thousands or millions of nitrogen bases. Which term
describes this very long molecule of DNA?

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Answer:

This very long molecule of DNA is called chromosome.

Step-by-step explanation:

  • Chromosome is a 'DNA molecule' that contains part or all of the genetic material of an organism.
  • The 'three-dimensional genome structure' of chromosome plays a vital role in 'transcriptional regulation'.
  • Prokaryotes have less sequence-based chromosome structure than eukaryotes.
  • The recombination of chromosome during meiosis and successive reproduction plays a significant role in 'genetic diversity'.
  • Chromosomes are normally visible under microscope during the metaphase of cell division. Chromosomes are the key elements of cell division.
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