Cistron Definition

sĭstrŏn
noun
The smallest sequence of DNA needed to direct the synthesis of a functional polypeptide; a gene.
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Other Word Forms of Cistron

Noun

Singular:
cistron
Plural:
cistrons

Origin of Cistron

  • From cis-trans test a genetic test (cis–) (trans–) –on

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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Words Starting With

CCICIS

Words Ending With

NONRON

Unscrambles

cistron

Words Starting With C and Ending With N

Starts With C & Ends With NStarts With CI & Ends With NStarts With C & Ends With ON

Word Length

7 Letter Words7 Letter Words Starting With C7 Letter Words Ending With N