chromomere
/ˈkroʊməˌmɪr/
noun
- A small, bead-like structure along a chromosome, visible during certain stages of cell division.
- Scientists study chromomeres to understand how genes are organized on chromosomes.
- Each chromomere contains tightly packed DNA and proteins that help regulate gene activity.
- Under the microscope, the chromomere appeared as a series of dark dots along the chromosome.