HETEROZYGOTE
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Heterozygote.
Heterozygote - as a noun
(genetics) an organism having two different alleles of a particular gene and so giving rise to varying offspring
Example Sentences
"A heterozygote is an organism that has two different alleles for a particular gene."
"The offspring of two heterozygote parents can inherit either of the two alleles they carry."
"In humans, the sickle cell trait is expressed in individuals who are heterozygotes."
"A heterozygote for a recessive genetic disorder may not exhibit any symptoms."
"The frequency of heterozygotes in a population can affect the occurrence of genetic diseases."
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Is HETEROZYGOTE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, heterozygote is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HETEROZYGOTE has a SCRABBLE points total of 28.
Is HETEROZYGOTE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, heterozygote is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHETEROZYGOTE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.
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Valid WordHETEROZYGOTE has a WORDFEUD points total of 29.
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