1. The configuration and thermal performance of the beadlike copolymer were characterized by means of FT-IR and thermogravimetry.

2. The cells are arranged in Beadlike chains grouped together in a gelatinous mass.

3. Chromomere A small beadlike deeply staining structure seen in chromosomes during prophase of mitosis and meiosis.

4. Along the length of the uncoiled chromosomes are beadlike structures called nucleosomes, highly organized aggregations of DNA and histones.

5. The Gila monster (Heloderma suspectum) grows to about 20 in. (50 cm) long, is stout-bodied with black and pink blotches or bands, and has beadlike scales.