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Philadelphia chromosome (medicine)


Philadelphia chromosome
<genetics, oncology> Characteristic chromosomal abnormality in which a portion of chromosome 22 is translocated to chromosome 9. This abnormality is found in nearly all cases of chronic myeloid leukaemia and some cases of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.


panzer division (sh)




(German panzer, "armoured") Self-contained military unit of the German army, built around the capabilities of armoured vehicles.

In World War II, it consisted of a tank brigade with four battalions; a motorized infantry brigade with four rifle battalions; an artillery regiment; and reconnaissance, antitank, and military-engineering battalions and service units. Germany had six panzer divisions in 1939 and 20 by 1941. It remains the principal offensive element of the German army.