Homozygous
EN→ZH
What Does Homozygous Mean?
- 同型合子
- 纯合子
Homozygous Pronunciation
/ˌhoʊ.moʊˈzaɪ.ɡəs/
Homozygous Definition
adjective
Definition
Having identical alleles for a particular gene on both homologous chromosomes.
In ZH
在两个同源染色体上对某一特定基因具有相同等位基因的情况。
How to Use Homozygous in a Sentence
- The plant is homozygous for flower color, resulting in all red flowers.
- In genetic studies, homozygous individuals can be important for understanding inheritance patterns.
- The homozygous genotype was used in the experiment to ensure consistency.
- Individuals who are homozygous for this trait often show a stronger expression of the phenotype.
- Researchers often prefer homozygous lines for creating genetically uniform populations.