Definition

A type of hybrid organism that is produced from two parents that have different forms of a single gene.

Example

In a monohybrid cross, the offspring are analyzed to see how traits are inherited from the parents.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a monohybrid?

Yeah, it's when parents differ at just one gene locus, right?

Exactly! I found it really interesting how traits can be passed down.

Me too! Genetics can be so fascinating to study.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Monohybrid → It is formed from "mono-" (meaning one) and "hybrida" (from Latin, meaning a mixture or crossbreed). The word "monohybrid" refers to an organism that is a hybrid for one specific trait, indicating a single genetic cross.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mono-' meaning one, and 'hybrid' referring to a mixture — this helps you remember that a monohybrid is a single trait hybrid.

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