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cistron
[sis-tron]
noun
a segment of DNA that encodes for the formation of a specific polypeptide chain; a structural gene.
cistron
/ ˈɪٰə /
noun
genetics the section of a chromosome that encodes a single polypeptide chain
cistron
A section of DNA that contains the genetic code for a single polypeptide and functions as a hereditary unit.
Other 51Թ Forms
- cistronic adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of cistron1
Example Sentences
Cistron paid $11.60, $6.20 and $4.20.
In the main feature, the Grade 1 $300,000 Bing Crosby, for sprinters going six furlongs with a free pass to the Breeders’ Cup Sprint, was won by Cistron under a perfectly rated ride by Victor Espinoza.
Cistron get second-favorite honors at 5-2.
In what was likely considered the feature, the Grade 2 $200,000 Triple Bend for older horses going seven furlongs, Air Strike made a serious late rush, going from seventh to win by a head over Cistron.
Cistron was second and Nero finished third.
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