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DIPLOIDS

(adj., noun)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Diploids.

Diploids - as an adjective

Of a cell or organism having two sets of chromosomes or twice the haploid number

Example: "Diploid somatic cells"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
polyploid17haploid13

Diploids - as a noun

(genetics) an organism or cell having the normal amount of dna per cell; i.e., two sets of chromosomes or twice the haploid number

Example Sentences

"The majority of plants are diploids."
"In fruit flies, diploids have 8 chromosomes."
"The genetic diversity of diploids is higher compared to haploids."
"Some diploids undergo meiosis to produce haploid gametes."
"The process of fertilization in diploids involves the fusion of two gametes."
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Word Game Points

Is DIPLOIDS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, diploids is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DIPLOIDS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is DIPLOIDS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, diploids is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DIPLOIDS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is DIPLOIDS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, diploids is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DIPLOIDS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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