chrom
Greekcolor
Variants:chromchroma
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From Greek chroma (color, complexion). A scientific root for color — chromatic (relating to color), monochrome (one color), achromatic (without color), and chromosome (literally 'color body', named because chromosomes absorbed dye strongly under microscopes). The root appears mainly in scientific and technical vocabulary.
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chromosome
A structure in cell nuclei carrying genetic information in the form of DNA
monochrome
A black-and-white or single-color image; having only one color
monochromatic
Having or using only one color or wavelength
chromatic
Relating to colour; based on a twelve-semitone musical scale
achromatic
Free from color; transmitting light without distortion