nondisjunction
noun /,nɑndɪs'dʒəŋkʃən/
- Definition
- meiosis in which there is a failure of paired homologous chromosomes to separate; results in an abnormal number of chromosomes in the daughter cells
- Example
- Here is an example sentence using 'nondisjunction': She showed great nondisjunction during the competition.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
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Vowels
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