Illustration of DNA Folding During Cell Division (IMAGE)

University of Edinburgh

Illustration of DNA Folding During Cell Division

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When a cells divides, strands of genetic material are folded to form a series of compacted loops, which project out from a helix-shaped axis, like steps on a spiral staircase. Smaller loops pinched within the larger coils.

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