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Concept Breadcrumbs

Fields of Study > genetics > molecular genetics > nucleotide sequences > repetitive sequences > tandem repeat sequences > CRISPR sequences
Preferred Term:

CRISPR sequences

Definition:
Repetitive nucleic acid sequences that are principal components of the archaeal and bacterial CRISPR-CAS SYSTEMS, which function as adaptive antiviral defense systems.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
tandem repeat sequences
Entry Terms:
  • CRISPR spacer sequences
  • CRISPR spacers
  • CRISPR loci
  • CRISPR arrays
  • CRISPR clusters
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/317801
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