heterochromosome

English

Etymology

From hetero- +‎ chromosome.

Noun

heterochromosome (plural heterochromosomes)

1. (genetics) A sex chromosome
2. (genetics) A chromosome rich in heterochromatin

Related terms

• heterochromosomal

Translations

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• Italian: ^{(please verify)} eterocromosoma (it) m