polyploidy
[/ˌpɒliˈplɔɪdi/]
nounfemininepl: poliploidias
poliploidia
1. A genetic condition in which an organism has more than two complete sets of chromosomes, typically resulting from errors in cell division or hybridization events.
Polyploidy is common in plants and has been a major driver of evolution and crop development.
A poliploidia é comum em plantas e tem sido um fator importante na evolução e no desenvolvimento de culturas agrícolas.
2. The state or condition of having multiple complete sets of chromosomes beyond the diploid number (2n).
The wheat species exhibits polyploidy with six sets of chromosomes.
A espécie de trigo apresenta poliploidia com seis conjuntos de cromossomos.
3. A process or mechanism in organisms where chromosome duplication occurs without cell division, resulting in increased genetic material.
Through polyploidy, some plants become larger and more vigorous.
Através da poliploidia, algumas plantas se tornam maiores e mais vigorosas.
Polyploidy is primarily a technical and scientific term used in genetics, plant biology, and agriculture. It is particularly significant in Brazil due to the importance of agricultural biotechnology and crop improvement. The term is standard across both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese scientific communities, with no significant regional variations in usage or meaning.
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