homozygosis
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:The pea plants expressing the true-breeding trait for plant height were homozygous for the allele.
Definition:Describing an organism possessing two identical alleles for a particular gene or genetic locus.
Example:The researchers observed homozygosis for the sickle cell trait in a portion of the patients suffering from thalassemia.
Definition:A medical term for the state where an organism is homozygous for a particular gene or genetic locus.
Example:Homozygosis can be studied in genetic research to understand the inheritance patterns of certain traits.
Definition:Relating to genes, heredity, or hereditary characteristics.
Example:The trait for eye color in a certain species is often associated with homozygosity.
Definition:A characteristic or quality that is passed on through inheritance.
Example:Researchers analyzed DNA to determine if the patient was homozygous for a specific allele that causes a particular genetic condition.
Definition:One of two or more alternative forms of a gene that occur at a given locus.
Example:To confirm the homozygosis, the patient’s genotype was determined through a blood test.
Definition:The genetic constitution of an organism, as determined by the alleles it possesses.
Example:Understanding inheritance patterns can help in diagnosing homozygosis for certain genetic traits.
Definition:The process by which offspring receive genes from their parents and thus inherit characteristics.
Example:The trait for eye color in a certain species is often associated with homozygosity.
Definition:A characteristic or quality that is passed on through inheritance.
Example:The geneticist studied samples to confirm the patient's homozygosis.
Definition:A scientist who specializes in the study of genetics and heredity.
Example:Both parents can potentially be carriers and pass on the gene, leading to a homozygosis condition in their offspring.
Definition:To receive or come into possession of something by right of legacy or bequest; to receive by birth or descent.
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