Homozygous ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Homozygous ( adjective )

Having the same genes at corresponding positions on homologous chromosomes.

Origin:

Derived from the greek words "homo" meaning "same" and "zygos" meaning "pair".

Examples:

1. The offspring produced by a mating of two homozygous individuals will have the same traits as both parents.
2. Homozygous plants are often used in breeding programs to produce a uniform crop.
3. A homozygous dominant allele will always express its traits in an organism.
4. Homozygous individuals are more susceptible to genetic disorders because they do not have the benefit of genetic diversity.
5. The phenotype of a homozygous organism will always be determined by its genotype.

(As a noun)

Homozygous ( noun )

Having the same genes at corresponding positions on homologous chromosomes.

Origin:

Derived from the greek words "homo" meaning "same" and "zygos" meaning "pair".

Examples:

1. The offspring produced by a mating of two homozygous individuals will have the same traits as both parents.
2. Homozygous plants are often used in breeding programs to produce a uniform crop.
3. A homozygous dominant allele will always express its traits in an organism.
4. Homozygous individuals are more susceptible to genetic disorders because they do not have the benefit of genetic diversity.
5. The phenotype of a homozygous organism will always be determined by its genotype.