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Definition of Kinetochores
1. kinetochore [n] - See also: kinetochore
Medical Definition of Kinetochores
1. Large multiprotein complexes that bind the centromeres of the chromosomes to the microtubules of the mitotic spindle during metaphase in the cell cycle. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Kinetochores
Literary usage of Kinetochores
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. A Lifelong Passion: Nicholas and Alexandra: Their Own Story by Andrei Maylunas (2005)
"... surrounded by aggregated chromosomes in the center of each cell but the
structure of the centrioles, microtubules and the kinetochores appeared normal. ..."
2. Directory of Federal Laboratory and Technology Resources: A Guide to (1993)
"... of mitotic or- ganelles, such as centrioles, kinetochores and microtu- bules
for analysis of cell behavior and ultrastructure; ..."
3. Biomedical Technology Resources: A Research Resources Directory edited by Barry Leonard (1998)
"... kinetochores, centrosomes) and macromolecular complexes (ribosomes, nuclear
pore complexes, triad-junctions, mitochondrial membrane channels). ..."
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