Question
Explain the following term : Homozygous
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Answer
Homozygous :
The condition in which a pair of homologous chromosomes carries similar alleles for a particular character.
For example -
(i) A colorblind daughter$ (X^oX^o)$ will have both the $X$ chromosomes with defective alleles.
(ii) A non-roller will have rr (homozygous) genotype.
The condition in which a pair of homologous chromosomes carries similar alleles for a particular character.
For example -
(i) A colorblind daughter$ (X^oX^o)$ will have both the $X$ chromosomes with defective alleles.
(ii) A non-roller will have rr (homozygous) genotype.
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