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Introns.
Introns - as a noun
Sequence of a eukaryotic gene's dna that is not translated into a protein
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
noncoding dnaAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
exon11Example Sentences
"In eukaryotic genomes, introns are intervening sequences within genes that are transcribed into pre-mRNA but are later spliced out."
"Many introns in a genome are non-coding and do not contain information for protein synthesis."
"Alternative splicing allows for different combinations of exons and introns to be included in the final mRNA transcript."
"The presence or absence of certain introns can affect gene expression and protein function."
"Scientists are still studying the exact function and evolutionary significance of introns."
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Is INTRONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, introns is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INTRONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
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Yes, introns is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINTRONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
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Valid WordINTRONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
