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.

From homozygous

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.

From homozygosis

Example:Homozygosis can be studied in genetic research to understand the inheritance patterns of certain traits.

Definition:Relating to genes, heredity, or hereditary characteristics.

From genetic

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.

From trait

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.

From allele

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.

From genotype

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.

From inheritance

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.

From trait

Example:The geneticist studied samples to confirm the patient's homozygosis.

Definition:A scientist who specializes in the study of genetics and heredity.

From geneticist

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.

From inherit