The parts of splatter that break off from the main drop of blood are called
- spike
- satellites
- tails
- none of the above

The right answer is satellites.

The word satellite is used in several domains (astronomy, biology, mechanics and others ...). It refers to an annex entity that is around, or next to a larger entity.

With regard to the satellites of the blood stain, it is small droplets which are separated from a big drops of blood, it can be distributed all around the big drop, or just one side.

desert perennials often survive by remaining dormant during dry periods of the year, then springing to life when water becomes available. most annual desert plants germinate only after heavy seasonal rain, then complete their reproductive cycle very quickly.