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homozygosity

 

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Noun homozygosity has 1 sense
  1. homozygosity - the state of being homozygous; having two identical alleles of the same gene
    --1 is a kind of
    state
    Antonyms: heterozygosity

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Homozygosity

Definition: Homozygosity refers to the presence of identical alleles for a specific gene in an individual's genetic makeup.

Sample Sentences:

  1. Due to the homozygosity of the gene responsible for eye color, both parents with blue eyes have a higher chance of having a child with blue eyes.
  2. The high level of homozygosity in the population led to an increase in the prevalence of genetic diseases.
  3. By conducting genetic testing, we can identify the degree of homozygosity present in an individual's DNA.
  4. The study of homozygosity patterns in various populations can provide insight into the evolutionary history of different human groups.

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