Polyploidy

Last updated on: 04.07.2024

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Definition
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Polyploidy is the presence of more than two sets of chromosomes in the cells. This phenomenon is extremely rare in humans.

General information
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A single (haploid) chromosome set contains each chromosome once, a double (diploid) chromosome set twice. Polyploidy occurs during meiosis when chromosomes multiply.

Last updated on: 04.07.2024