Abstract
We propose that chromosome function is governed by internal mechanical forces generated by programmed tendencies for expansion of the DNA/chromatin fiber against constraining features.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Chromatin / chemistry
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Chromatin / metabolism
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Chromatin / ultrastructure
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Chromosomes / chemistry*
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Chromosomes / metabolism*
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Chromosomes / ultrastructure
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DNA, Plant / chemistry
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DNA, Plant / metabolism
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DNA, Plant / ultrastructure
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Humans
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Meiosis
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Mitosis
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Models, Biological
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Nucleic Acid Conformation
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Stress, Mechanical
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Time Factors