Haploid
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British pronunciation/hˈæplɔ‍ɪd/
American pronunciation/ˈhæpɫɔɪd/

Definition & Meaning of "haploid"

Haploid
01

a cell or organism containing a single set of unpaired chromosomes, typically denoted as n, representing half the genetic material of a diploid cell

haploid
01

of a cell or organism having a single set of chromosomes

haploid

n

haploidic

adj

haploidic

adj
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Example
Haploids are crucial in sexual reproduction for maintaining the chromosome number across generations.
Researchers are studying haploids to understand genetic variability and inheritance patterns.
The haploid stage occurs in the life cycle of many plants and algae before fertilization.
In certain organisms, such as fungi, haploids can undergo meiosis to produce haploid spores.
In certain organisms, such as fungi, haploids can undergo meiosis to produce haploid spores.
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