noun
- the condition of having six complete sets of chromosomes in a cell or organism
Usage: biology; genetics; technical term
Examples
- Hexaploidy is common in certain plant species, particularly in wheat and strawberries.
- The organism exhibits hexaploidy with six copies of each chromosome.
- Scientists study hexaploidy to understand polyploid evolution in plants.
- Hexaploidy can arise through errors in meiosis or fertilization.
- Many cultivated crops benefit from hexaploidy, which can increase vigor and yield.