allosome en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈal.əˌsəʊm/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˈæl.əˌsoʊm/ (General-American)
Etymology
From allo- + -some.
Meanings
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A sex chromosome that differs from an ordinary autosome in form, size, or behaviour.
The human sex chromosomes are a typical pair of allosomes. The X chromosome is present in the ovum, while either X or Y chromosomes can be present in sperm.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| allosomes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
Translations (3)
pt alossomo (sex chromosome that differs from an ordinary autosome) · pl alosom (sex chromosome that differs from an ordinary autosome) · pl allosom (sex chromosome that differs from an ordinary autosome)