What is another word for balancer chromosome?
Pronunciation: [bˈalənsə kɹˈə͡ʊməsˌə͡ʊm] (IPA) 
Balancer chromosome is a term used in genetics to describe a chromosome that characteristically carries multiple inversions that help in maintaining genetic stability. Such chromosomes act as balancers by preventing recombinations between homologous chromosomes during meiosis. They are valuable tools in genetics research, particularly in fly genetics. In addition to balancer chromosome, some synonymous terms for a balancer chromosome are balancer, balancer stock, chromosomal balancer, or balancer chromosome kit. Balancer chromosomes can be used for genetic mapping, gene expression studies, and for keeping recessive mutations in heterozygous state to maintain a stable genetic stock of organisms.
