CHROMATID
\kɹˈə͡ʊmɐtˌɪd], \kɹˈəʊmɐtˌɪd], \k_ɹ_ˈəʊ_m_ɐ_t_ˌɪ_d]\
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Either of the two longitudinally adjacent threads formed when a eukaryotic chromosome replicates prior to mitosis. The chromatids are held together at the centromere. Sister chromatids are derived from the same chromosome. (Singleton & Sainsbury, Dictionary of Microbiology and Molecular Biology, 2d ed)
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.