Synaptinemal Complex Definition

noun
A ribbonlike structure consisting of three protein components and extending across the region of synapsed chromosomes during the prophase of meiosis.
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Origin of Synaptinemal Complex

  • synapti(c) Greek nēma thread (s)nē- in Indo-European roots –al

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

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