diplóide
1. Having two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent; containing paired homologous chromosomes
Human cells are diploid, containing 46 chromosomes arranged in 23 pairs.
As células humanas são diplóides, contendo 46 cromossomos organizados em 23 pares.
2. Relating to or characterized by the diploid condition in genetics and biology
The diploid stage of the organism's life cycle occurs after fertilization.
O estágio diplóide do ciclo de vida do organismo ocorre após a fertilização.
This is primarily a scientific and academic term used in biology, genetics, and medicine. It is not colloquial language but rather specialized terminology taught in schools and universities across Brazil, Portugal, and English-speaking countries. The term is essential for understanding modern genetics and cellular biology.
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