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.
Comprises the capital Chengdu and other major cities of Sichuan. Chengdu â the capital of Sichuan with 2,000 years of history, the southeastern part is encircled by small mountains and to the north east is Chengdu Campagna. Dege â home to an amazing Tibetan library. Ganzi â rough Tibetan town and launching point for exploring local monasteries.