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haploid Biology 1. (esp of gametes) having a single set of unpaired chromosomes 2. a haploid cell or organism haploid [′ha‚plȯid] (genetics) Having half of the diploid or full complement of chromosomes, that is, one complete set, as in mature gametes. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Mitochondrial DNA is a useful marker in phylogenetic studies and molecular systematics because of its maternal inheritance, haploid nature, and rapid rate of evolution (38). Resting, or diapause, eggs are haploid eggs that require fertilization and typically are produced after the production of males by females who have entered the sexual reproductive cycle. Among many ants, bees, wasps, mites, and thrips, for example, unfertilized eggs develop into haploid males, which have just one set of chromosomes. |
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