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    Glossary Chromosome

    long DNA molecule with part or all of genetic material

    A chromosome is a long, thread-like structure made of DNA and proteins that carries genetic information. In humans, each cell typically contains 46 chromosomes, which are organized into 23 pairs. These structures are crucial for the proper distribution of genetic material during cell division and play a key role in heredity and the functioning of an organism.

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    1. Susceptibility variants on chromosome 7p21.1 suggest HDAC9 as a new candidate gene for male-pattern baldness British Journal of Dermatology · 2011 · 51 citations
    2. Mapping of a novel locus for keratosis follicularis squamosa on chromosome 7p14.3–7p12.1 Journal of Dermatological Science · 2010 · 4 citations
    3. A group of type I keratin genes on human chromosome 17: characterization and expression. Molecular and Cellular Biology · 1988 · 141 citations
    4. Characterization of a First Domain of Human High Glycine-Tyrosine and High Sulfur Keratin-associated Protein (KAP) Genes on Chromosome 21q22.1 2002 · 100 citations
    5. Characterization of a Cluster of Human High/Ultrahigh Sulfur Keratin-associated Protein Genes Embedded in the Type I Keratin Gene Domain on Chromosome 17q12-21 2001 · 98 citations
    6. Genome-wide Scan and Fine-Mapping Linkage Study of Androgenetic Alopecia Reveals a Locus on Chromosome 3q26 American Journal of Human Genetics · 2008 · 62 citations
    7. Hair Keratin Associated Proteins: Characterization of a Second High Sulfur KAP Gene Domain on Human Chromosome 2111In fond memory of Dr Peter Steinert. 2004 · 62 citations
    8. The Majority of Multipotent Epidermal Stem Cells Do Not Protect Their Genome by Asymmetrical Chromosome Segregation Stem Cells · 2008 · 61 citations
    9. The slick hair coat locus maps to chromosome 20 in Senepol-derived cattle Animal Genetics · 2007 · 51 citations
    10. Do Changes in Chromosomes Cause Aging? Cell · 1996 · 50 citations
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    1. Why Is No One Talking About Chromosome 20? Reddit · 15 Sept 2025
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