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.
When a board. is tapered, width is measured one-third of the length. from the narrow end. Length of hardwood lumber generally ranges. from 4 to 16 feet in one-foot steps. However, standards do not permit more than 50% of pieces. to be odd lengths.