ribosome riÂ·boÂ·some (rÄ«'bÉ-sÅm') n. A minute round cytoplasmic particle composed of RNA and protein that is the site of protein synthesis as directed by mRNA.
Chengdu is located on the edge of the fertile plains of the Red Basin in China's Sichuan Province. Due to its agricultural wealth, Chengdu is sometimes called the Land of Milk and Honey. The Funan river bisects the city, although boat traffic, common until the 1960's, has all but vanished.
Chengdu Weather. Chengdu weather is mild and humid all year round, featuring four clear-cut seasons â long and warm spring, short and sultry summer, cool and rainy autumn, cold and foggy winter. The distinctive characteristic of Chengdu climate is fog and humidity.