Definition

Describing a chromosome that has its centromere located at one end, resulting in only one arm of the chromosome.

Example

In telocentric chromosomes, the centromere is positioned at the end, making them appear as a single long arm.

Conversation

Did you know that some chromosomes are telocentric?

Really? I thought all chromosomes had a central centromere.

Nope, telocentric ones have it at the end, giving them just one arm.

That's interesting! I need to read more about chromosome structures.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Telocentric → It is formed from "telos" (from Greek, meaning end or goal) and "centric" (from Latin "centrum", meaning center). The word describes something that is centered around an end or goal.

Memory Tip

Think of 'telos' meaning 'end' and 'centric' meaning 'center' — this helps you remember that 'telocentric' refers to something centered around an end or goal.

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