Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
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Author: Trudy McKee, James R. McKee
Publisher: Oxford University Press
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The histone code hypothesis of the deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA).

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A hypothesis is a term given to an idea with limited evidence, havinga scope for further experiments. The histones can be defined as a family of basic proteins, which are associated with DNA in the nucleus. They help in the condensation of DNA into chromatin. The nuclear DNA is found as a mesh of DNA strands. It is highly condensed and wrapped around histones. It is done so that the DNA fits inside of the nucleus and participate in the formation of chromosomes.

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