heterochromosome

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Of the insects considered in this paper Aphis and Termopsis have no "accessory chromosome" or "heterochromosome" of any kind.

From Studies in Spermatogenesis Part I by Stevens, Nettie Maria

The small heterochromosome divides in the second spindle in advance of the others as seen in figure 150.

From Studies in Spermatogenesis Part II by Stevens, Nettie Maria

The chief interest in this abnormality centers in the fact that the two small chromosomes of this specimen behave exactly like the usual single one, emphasizing the individuality of this particular heterochromosome.

From Studies in Spermatogenesis Part II by Stevens, Nettie Maria

As to the second alternative, I see no reason for supposing that the small heterochromosome of a pair is in any different condition, as to activity, from the large one.

From Studies in Spermatogenesis Part II by Stevens, Nettie Maria

First spermatocyte, equatorial plates, x the heterochromosome pair.

From Studies in Spermatogenesis Part II by Stevens, Nettie Maria