introns

[ˈɪntrɒnz]
nounpl: introns
íntrons
1. Non-coding sequences of DNA within a gene that are transcribed into RNA but are removed before translation into protein
The introns are spliced out of the mRNA during post-transcriptional processing.
Os íntrons são removidos do mRNA durante o processamento pós-transcricional.
2. Intervening sequences that interrupt the coding sequences (exons) in eukaryotic genes
Scientists discovered that introns make up a significant portion of eukaryotic DNA.
Cientistas descobriram que os íntrons constituem uma parte significativa do DNA eucariótico.
This is a technical term used primarily in molecular biology and genetics education in both Brazil and the United States. It is essential terminology in university-level biology courses and research laboratories. The term is identical in both English and Portuguese scientific communities, reflecting the international nature of scientific nomenclature.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
intervening sequencesnon-coding sequencesspacer sequences
Antonyms / Antônimos
exonscoding sequences

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
íntrons
Standard scientific terminology used in academic and research contexts
Portugal
íntrons
Same terminology used in European Portuguese scientific communities

Related Words

exonssplicinggenesmRNAtranscriptiontranslation
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