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Search Results for: zygosity

Definition noun (genetics) The degree of similarity or the dissimilarity of the DNA sequences in specific coding segments,... Read More

Definition noun A genetic condition where there is only one copy of a gene in an otherwise diploid cell or... Read More

Homozygous Definition Diploid organisms that have a genotype of identical alleles for a trait or phenotype at a specific... Read More

Definition noun, plural: heterozygotes A nucleus, cell or organism possessing two different alleles for a particular... Read More

Heterozygous Definition adjective (genetics) Of, or pertaining to an individual (or a condition in a cell or an organism)... Read More

Definition noun, plural: hemizygotes A diploid cell or organism in which there is only one allele present for a particular... Read More

Polymorphism Definition The occurrence of two or more different forms or morphs in the population of a species is referred... Read More

Definition noun (genetics) The filial generation comprised of offspring(s) resulting from a cross between two individuals... Read More