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zygotene /zy·go·tene/ (zi´go-tēn) the synaptic stage of the first meiotic prophase in which the two leptotene chromosomes undergo pairing by the formation of synaptonemal complexes to form a bivalent structure.
zygotene [zī′gətēn] Etymology: Gk, zygon + tainia, band the second stage in the first meiotic prophase of gametogenesis, in which synapsis of homologous chromosomes occurs. See also diakinesis, diplotene, leptotene, pachytene. zygotene the synaptic stage of the first meiotic prophase in which the two leptotene chromosomes undergo pairing by the formation of synaptonemal complexes to form a bivalent. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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