Campbell Biology
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780135188743
Author: Urry
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 12.2, Problem 5CC
A kinetochore has been compared to a coupling device that connects a motor to the cargo that it moves. Explain.
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