Meaning Of The Word Macronucleus

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What's The Definition Of Macronucleus?

macronucleus in American English
the larger of two types of nuclei present in the cells of ciliated protozoans
noun: the larger of the two types of nuclei occurring in ciliate protozoans, having a multiple set of chromosomes and functioning in cell metabolism and protein synthesis

macronucleus in British English
noun: the larger of the two nuclei in ciliated protozoans

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