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Intron Definition & Meaning

intron
noun
  1. sequence of a eukaryotic gene's DNA that is not translated into a protein

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  • "peg intron"
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Frequently asked questions

What does intron mean?
sequence of a eukaryotic gene's DNA that is not translated into a protein
What part of speech is intron?
Intron is a noun.

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