autopolyploidy
/ˌɔːtoʊˈpɒlɪplɔɪdi/
noun
- The condition of having more than two sets of chromosomes that all come from the same species.
- The study of autopolyploidy helps scientists understand evolution.
- Autopolyploidy is common in some plant families and can lead to new species.
- Autopolyploidy often results in larger flowers and seeds in flowering plants.