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The term chromosome was introduced by
The term chromosome was introduced by
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The correct option is C Waldeyer
- Chromosomes are a thread-like structure which contains DNA and proteins that are found in the nucleus of most living cells and they carry the genetic information in the form of genes.
- The word chromosome is derived from the Greek word chroma meaning "colour" and soma meaning "body".
- They are highly staining bodies when stained with particular dyes.
- The term was coined by von Waldeyer-Hartz in relation to the term chromatin which was introduced by Walther Flemming.
- So, the correct answer is 'Waldeyer'.
- Chromosomes are a thread-like structure which contains DNA and proteins that are found in the nucleus of most living cells and they carry the genetic information in the form of genes.
- The word chromosome is derived from the Greek word chroma meaning "colour" and soma meaning "body".
- They are highly staining bodies when stained with particular dyes.
- The term was coined by von Waldeyer-Hartz in relation to the term chromatin which was introduced by Walther Flemming.
- So, the correct answer is 'Waldeyer'.
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