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DNA, Z-Form
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Definition
: A left-handed double helix of DNA. Its name derives from its narrow zigzag structure that is the least twisted and thinnest form of DNA. Z-DNA forming regions within the GENOME may play an important role in GENE EXPRESSION REGULATION.
See Also
DNA, A-Form
;
DNA, C-Form
Other names
Z-
Form DNA; Left Handed DNA; DNA, Z Form; DNA, Left-
Handed; Left-
Handed DNA; Z-
DNA