Search Ontology:
GO: Cellular Component

synaptonemal complex

Term ID
GO:0000795
Synonyms
Definition
A proteinaceous scaffold found between homologous chromosomes during meiosis. It consists of 2 lateral elements and a central element, all running parallel to each other. Transverse filaments connect the lateral elements to the central element.
References
Ontology
GO: Cellular Component    QuickGO    AmiGO
Relationships
has parts
is a type of
Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes