Definition

A small, bead-like structure made of chromatin that is found on a chromosome during cell division.

Example

During the cell division process, chromomeres can be observed as distinct granules along the chromosomes.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a chromomere?

Yeah, I read about it in my biology class last week.

I found it interesting how they help form chromosomes during cell division.

Totally! It’s fascinating how such tiny structures play a big role.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chromomere → It is formed from "chromo-" (from Greek "chroma", meaning color) and "-mere" (from Greek "meros", meaning part). The word refers to a part of a chromosome that is colored or stained, highlighting its role in genetics.

Memory Tip

Think of 'color' ('chromo-') to remember that a 'chromomere' is a colored part of a chromosome.

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