Phrases with «haploid cells»

Haploid cells are cells that have only one set of chromosomes. This means they have half the number of chromosomes as normal cells, which have two sets. Haploid cells are mainly found in organisms that reproduce through sexual reproduction, such as humans and animals. Full definition

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Sentences with «haploid cells»

When deprived of nitrogen, haploid cells of opposite mating types can fuse to become a diploid zygospore which forms a hard outer wall that protects it from adverse environmental conditions. (chlamycollection.org)
These mammalian haploid cells used today to carry out genetic studies present a problem: the cultures become diploid (the normal genetic situation) within a few days. (sciencedaily.com)
Sean Whelan returns to TWiV to speak with Vincent about using haploid cell lines to identify genes encoding cell receptors for viruses, including Ebolavirus, Lassa virus, and more. (microbe.tv)
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Phrases with «haploid cells»

Sentences with «haploid cells»

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