Chromatid
- Pronunciation
- /kroh-MAT-id/
- Category
- Genetics
- Singular
- Chromatid
- Plural
- Chromatids
Definition
One of two identical halves of a replicated chromosome, which become visible during the prophase stage of mitosis and meiosis.
Etymology
From Greek 'chroma' meaning 'color' and 'idion' meaning 'small thing'.
Example
Chromatids are held together at the centromere.