Definition

Referring to a condition where the number of chromosomes is slightly lower than the typical diploid count.

Example

The plant species is classified as hypoploid due to its reduced chromosome number.

Conversation

I was reading about plant genetics, and I came across the term hypoploid.

Oh really? What does that mean exactly?

It refers to organisms that have a chromosome number slightly lower than the normal diploid count.

That sounds interesting! I never knew there were different classifications like that.

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Root Explanation

Hypoploid is formed from "hypo-" (meaning under or below) and "ploid" (from Greek "ploides", meaning fold or layer). The term refers to a condition where the number of chromosome sets is less than the normal diploid number, hence indicating a lower or reduced state of ploidy.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hypo-' meaning 'under' or 'below' and 'ploid' relating to 'folds' of chromosomes, which helps you remember that 'hypoploid' refers to having fewer chromosome sets than normal.

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