Meaning of the word heterozygote in English
What does heterozygote mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
heterozygote
US /ˌhet̬.ə.roʊˈzaɪ.ɡoʊt/
UK /ˌhet.ər.əʊˈzaɪ.ɡəʊt/
Noun
an individual having two different alleles of a particular gene or genes, and so giving rise to varying offspring
Example:
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In this genetic cross, the heterozygote displays a phenotype intermediate between the two homozygotes.
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A heterozygote for the cystic fibrosis gene does not typically show symptoms of the disease.