Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Polytene.
Polytene - as a noun
A very large chromosome with many chromatids (arms); a chromosome exhibiting polyteny
Polytene - as an adjective
Having very large chromosomes with many chromatids (arms).
Example Sentences
"The polytene chromosomes in Drosophila salivary glands undergo a process known as endoreduplication."
"The polytene structure of chromosomes allows for the amplification of gene expression in certain tissues."
"The presence of polytene chromosomes in certain insect species is thought to confer increased metabolic activity."
"The polytene chromosomes of Drosophila salivary glands are well-studied."
"The polytene nature of certain cells allows for a high level of gene expression."
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Is POLYTENE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, polytene is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
POLYTENE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
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Yes, polytene is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPOLYTENE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
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Valid WordPOLYTENE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
