adjective/nounpl: haploids
haplóide
1. Having a single set of unpaired chromosomes, typically denoted as 'n', characteristic of gametes such as sperm and egg cells
Gametes are haploid cells containing half the chromosomes of the parent organism.
Os gametas são células haplóides que contêm metade dos cromossomos do organismo progenitor.
2. An organism or cell that possesses only one complete set of chromosomes
In yeast, the haploid form can reproduce asexually by budding.
Na levedura, a forma haplóide pode se reproduzir assexuadamente por brotamento.
This is a technical scientific term used consistently across English and Portuguese-speaking scientific communities. It is fundamental to understanding genetics, evolution, and reproductive biology in both educational systems. The term is rarely used outside of scientific or medical contexts.
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