What is a cistron in genetics?

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Cistron:
Cistron is present in the DNA of all prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
Cistron is a DNA segment equivalent to a gene.
Cistron is the smallest unit of genetic material.
A gene can be made of more than one cistron.
Functions of cistron:
Cistron codes for a single polypeptide.
Cistron functions as a transmitter of genetic material.

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