polyploidy (n. polyploid)
Having more than two sets of chromosomes in cells of the sporophyte or more than one set in cells of the gametophyte.
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polyploid Having three or more sets of chromosomes per cell.
pome fruit A fruit having a core, such as an apple, pear, or quince.
pomology The science of fruits and the art of fruit cultivation, especially fruit trees.
Tetraploid (polyploid)- A cell, tissue, or organism having four sets of chromosomes.
-- , and is used especially in the treatment of gout and to produce polyploidy in plants.
Used to synthesize artificially a species of plant.
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