Cells of each species generally have a certain number, shape and size of chromosomes. The action of colchicine can cause dividing cells to be blocked in the middle stage, when the chromosomes have the most typical morphology, and then, through the steps of hypotonicity, fixation, and staining, their morphology can be presented under the microscope.
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Da — when not otherwise indicated, molecular weight units are daltons. Mw — weight-average molecular weight. Mn — number-average molecular weight.
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Aladdin Scientific. "Preparation of animal chromosome specimens" Aladdin Knowledge Base, updated Dec 24, 2024. https://www.aladdinsci.com/us_en/faqs/preparation-of-animal-chromosome-specime-en.html
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