heterogametic Definition
having unlike sex chromosomes, as the XY sex chromosomes of males in most mammals.
Using heterogametic: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "heterogametic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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In birds, the heterogametic sex is female (ZW), while in mammals it is male (XY).
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Heterogametic species have different sex chromosomes.
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The heterogametic sex determines the gender of the offspring.
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Summary: heterogametic in Brief
The term 'heterogametic' [het-er-uh-guh-met-ik] refers to having unlike sex chromosomes, such as the XY sex chromosomes of males in most mammals. It is used to describe species that have different sex chromosomes and the heterogametic sex determines the gender of the offspring.
