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histones

/hɪˈstoʊnz/ noun · British & US
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What does histones mean?

noun

Histones are a family of basic proteins that are key components of chromatin, the complex of DNA and proteins in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. They play a crucial role in the structure and function of chromatin.

Example

"The histones in the chromatin of the cell nucleus are essential for the regulation of gene expression."

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