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PRESSURE SHOCK [1 record]

Record 1 2018-03-09

English

Subject field(s)
  • Bioengineering
  • Embryology
  • Genetics
DEF

The application of a hydrostatic shock to eggs after fertilization to change the number of chromosomes contained in the cells.

CONT

Pressure shocks are done to obtain triploid animals.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Technique biologique
  • Embryologie
  • Génétique
DEF

Application d'un choc hydrostatique après la fécondation des œufs pour changer le nombre de chromosomes contenus dans les cellules.

CONT

Un choc de pression est appliqué aux œufs pour provoquer l'apparition d'animaux triploïdes.

Spanish

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