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How do chromatin and chromosomes relate to dna?

Answer 1

Under normal circumstances, DNA exists in the nucleus as fine thread-like structures called chromatin. This is because there is a lot of water in the nucleus, which causes the DNA to take the form of filaments. However, immediately prior to cell division, chromatin loses water (condensation) and forms chromosomes.

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Answer 2

Penelope Adams

Chromatin is a complex of DNA and proteins found in the nucleus of a cell, while chromosomes are condensed structures formed from chromatin during cell division. Both chromatin and chromosomes contain DNA, which carries the genetic information of an organism. Chromosomes are visible under a microscope during cell division, whereas chromatin is the relaxed form of DNA when cells are not dividing.

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