What does "allosome" mean?

A sex chromosome that differs from an ordinary autosome in form, size, or behaviour.

What is a synonym for "allosome"?

Common synonyms include: chromosome.

How do you pronounce "allosome"?

Pronounced //ˈal.əˌsəʊm//.

Allosome

//ˈal.əˌsəʊm// noun

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Definitions

Noun

1
A sex chromosome that differs from an ordinary autosome in form, size, or behaviour.
"The human sex chromosomes are a typical pair of allosomes. The X chromosome is present in the ovum, while either X or Y chromosomes can be present in sperm."

Synonyms

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chromosome

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"The human sex chromosomes are a typical pair of allosomes. The X chromosome is present in the ovum, while either X or Y chromosomes can be present in sperm."

Etymology

From allo- + -some.

Related phrases

sex chromosome

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