Linker DNA

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The linker DNA is a structural element within the eukaryotic chromosome structure . In the chromosome it has the task of connecting neighboring nucleosomes . It is usually around 55 bp long, but can vary between 8 and 114 bp depending on the tissue and organism.

literature

  • William S. Klug, Michael R. Cummings, Charlotte A. Spencer: Genetics . 8th, updated edition 2007, pp. 410-411, ISBN 978-3-8273-7247-5