heteroploidy
/ˈhɛtərəˌplɔɪdi/
noun
- The condition of having a chromosome number that differs from the normal number for the species.
- The presence of heteroploidy in the population was higher after the radiation exposure.
- Researchers study heteroploidy to learn how extra chromosomes affect cell function.
- Heteroploidy can cause developmental problems in animals.
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