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Heteroploid

Definition:

adjective

Referring to cells or organisms that contain an abnormal number of chromosomes, resulting from variations in the number or structure of chromosomes.

Sense 1:

adjective

Pertaining to or exhibiting heteroploidy, a condition where a cell or organism has more or fewer chromosomes than the usual number for that species.

Sample Sentence: The embryonic cells showed heteroploid characteristics, with an additional set of chromosomes.

Sense 2:

noun

An abnormal cell or organism that possesses an abnormal number of chromosomes.

Sample Sentence: The presence of heteroploids in the population may lead to genetic variations and contribute to the diversity of the species.

Sense 3:

noun

A scientific study or research specialization focused on the analysis and classification of heteroploidy.

Sample Sentence: Dr. Smith has made significant contributions to the field of heteroploid by uncovering novel mechanisms underlying chromosomal abnormalities.

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