Telomeres are short tandem repeats of nucleotides at the ends of chromosomes. Let's break this definition down a bit. Nucleotides are the building blocks of DNA, which is the carrier of genetic information. A tandem arrangement is when things are placed one behind another.
Definition: A board foot is a unit of measure used in the logging and lumber industry. It is a volume measurement that refers to the volume of a board.
A particle board is a kind of manufactured wood product that is ideal for countertops because it is stable, lightweight and inexpensive. The board is reasonably friendly to the environment since it is manufactured from recycled wood and wood scraps that are shredded. A type of resin is use as binding material. Particle boards are actually denser than hardwoods and are less expensive, but it is not as strong or moisture-resistant.