Genetic diversity is the cornerstone of evolution, enabling species to adapt and thrive in changing environments. At the heart of this diversity lie Mobile Genetic Elements (MGEs), fascinating pieces of DNA that have the remarkable ability to traverse genomes. This essay dig into the intricacies of mobile genetic elements, exploring […]
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Difference between Intrinsic and Extrinsic Pathways of Apoptosis
The intrinsic and extrinsic pathways are two mechanisms of apoptosis or programmed cell death. This classification is based on the source of stimuli that induces the apoptotic cell death. Intrinsic Pathway: This pathway is initiated within the cell due to internal stress, such as DNA damage or cellular damage. It […]
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Chromosome Banding Techniques: Insights into Genetic Analysis
What is Chromosome Banding? Chromosome banding is an essential technique used in chromosome karyotyping to identify normal and abnormal chromosomes for clinical and research purposes. This technique involves staining the chromosomes to create distinctive patterns or bands on the chromosomes. The unique banding pattens helps to identify individual chromosomes and […]
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Genetics of Cancer: Part 1: Properties of Cancer Cells
What is Cancer? Ø Cancer is a disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells. Ø Cancer is a genetic disease. Ø Caused by the alterations in specific genes in the cell. Ø Cancer can be an inherited disease. However, in most cases, cancer is NOT an inherited disease. […]
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MCQ on Meiosis
Dear Students, Welcome to Cytology MCQ-07 (MCQ on Meiosis). This MCQ set consists of Cell Biology / Cytology Multiple Choice Questions from the topic Cell Division – Meiosis: Phases and Mechanisms with Answer Key. These questions can be used for the preparation of all the competitive examinations in Biology / Life […]
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