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triploid

Definition:

triploid (adjective): having three complete sets of chromosomes instead of the usual two.

triploid (noun): an organism, typically a plant or animal, that possesses three complete sets of chromosomes.

Example Sentences:

1. As a result of genetic modification, some fruits have been developed as seedless varieties by making them triploid.
2. The triploid fish exhibited unique physical characteristics compared to their diploid counterparts.
3. Due to the presence of an extra set of chromosomes, triploid organisms often display altered physiological traits.

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