diplophase
/ˈdɪploʊˌfeɪz/
noun
- The stage in the life cycle of an organism (such as a plant or fungus) in which cells have two complete sets of chromosomes (diploid).
- In many plants, the diplophase is the dominant stage of the life cycle.
- Scientists study the diplophase to understand how genetic traits are passed on.
- The diplophase begins after fertilization when the zygote forms.