In the nucleus, DNA forms a complex with proteins. This complex is called chromatin and is formed when the DNA wraps around nuclear proteins and then wraps around itself multiple times to condense the DNA into a smaller volume.
1. the history of Western civilization. the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt. Synonyms and related words. Culture, society and civilization: advanced, civilisation, civilise...
1. Western civilization-the modern culture of western Europe and North America; when Ghandi was asked what he thought of Western civilization he said he thought it would be a good idea. Western culture. culture, civilisation, civilization-a particular society at a particular time and place; early Mayan civilization.