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Record 1 2013-11-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Genetics
DEF

The gametic chromosome number. A germ cell (an ovum or a spermatozoon) which has half as many chromosomes as the somatic or body cells of the same individual has such a number of chromosomes. The full number of chromosomes, as found in the cells of the body, is described as diploid. The haploid number of chromosomes in a human being is 23.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Génétique
DEF

Nombre de chromosomes, constitutifs d'un lot, identique chez tous les individus d'une même espèce, différent d'une espèce à l'autre. Dans l'espèce humaine, ce nombre est 23.

Spanish

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