what is the constituents of chromosomes
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The major chemical components of the chromosome are DNA, RNA (nucleic acids), and proteins (histones and nonhistones).
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DNA, RNA, Histone, and Non-Histone proteins constitute the chromosomes.
- Chromosomes are thread-like structures that are present inside the nucleus of a cell and carry the genetic material.
- They are formed by elaborate packaging and folding of the nucleosomes (in eukaryotes).
- Nucleosomes are formed of histone proteins and DNA.
- Nucleosomes are packaged using non-histone proteins.
- RNA is also present in small amounts in the chromosomes.
- The chromosomes condense at the time of cell division causing the chromatin fibers to form compact chromosomes.
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