HETEROGAMETIC
(adj.)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Heterogametic.
Heterogametic - as an adjective
That produces heterogametes
That produces different forms of the same gamete e.g. spermatozoa containing either an x- or a y-chromosome
Example Sentences
"The heterogametic sex in humans is male, as they have XY chromosomes."
"In some species of birds, the heterogametic sex is female, as they have ZW chromosomes."
"The heterogametic offspring inherited the sex chromosomes from both parents."
"The determination of heterogametic sex varies across different species."
"The heterogametic condition influences the phenotypic expression of certain traits."
Word Game Points
Is HETEROGAMETIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, heterogametic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HETEROGAMETIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is HETEROGAMETIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, heterogametic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHETEROGAMETIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is HETEROGAMETIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, heterogametic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHETEROGAMETIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.