allelomorph

noun

Meaning

One of two or more alternative forms of a gene that occupy the same position on a chromosome and control the same inherited characteristic.

Examples

The scientists identified a rare allelomorph that causes the mutation in the fruit fly population.
Each allelomorph contributes differently to the final phenotype observed in the offspring.

Synonyms: allele, gene variant, genetic variant, mutant form

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allelomorph

noun

Pronunciation: əˈliːləˌmɔːrf

Definition

One of two or more alternative forms of a gene that occupy the same position on a chromosome and control the same inherited characteristic.

Examples

The scientists identified a rare allelomorph that causes the mutation in the fruit fly population.
Each allelomorph contributes differently to the final phenotype observed in the offspring.
By mapping the chromosome, they successfully isolated the specific allelomorph linked to the disease.

Synonyms of allelomorph

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