noun
salivary-gland chromosome
Technical term in genetics; refers to the giant polytene chromosomes found in the salivary glands of certain insects, notably Drosophila.
ショウジョウバエの唾液腺染色体は、遺伝学の研究でよく用いられる。
The salivary-gland chromosomes of Drosophila are often used in genetics research.
General term for chromosome; 唾液腺染色体 specifically refers to the giant chromosomes found in salivary glands.
Compound of 唾液腺 (salivary gland) and 染色体 (chromosome).