Compaction of the duplicated chromosomes during cell division (mitosis or meiosis) results either in a four-arm structure (pictured to the right) if the centromere is located in the middle of the chromosome or a two-arm structure if the centromere is located near one of the ends.
boycott definition: The definition of a boycott is a decision to not use or buy products or services in order to show support for a cause. (noun) An example of a boycott is not buying paper products made with rainforest wood to protest deforestation....
Definition of on behalf of someone. 1  1 : as a representative of someone The teacher accepted the award on behalf of the whole class. 2  2 or US in behalf of someone or in someone's behalf : for the benefit of someone : in support of someone She spoke in behalf of the other candidate. They're willing to do anything on their child's behalf.