TRANSPOSONS
(noun)Definitions
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Transposons.
Transposons - as a noun
A segment of dna that can become integrated at many different sites along a chromosome (especially a segment of bacterial dna that can be translocated as a whole)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jumping geneExample Sentences
"The presence of transposons can contribute to genetic variation in populations."
"Scientists have discovered different types of transposons in various organisms."
"Studying transposons helps researchers understand the evolution of genomes."
"Certain transposons have been found to play a role in causing certain genetic diseases."
"The movement of transposons within a genome can have profound effects on gene regulation."
Word Game Points
Is TRANSPOSONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, transposons is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TRANSPOSONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is TRANSPOSONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, transposons is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTRANSPOSONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is TRANSPOSONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, transposons is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTRANSPOSONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.