Definition

A type of hybrid organism that has inherited different genetic traits from two parents at three specific locations in its DNA.

Example

The trihybrid plant showed a combination of traits from both parent plants, making it unique.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new trihybrid plants they developed?

Yeah, I read that they can produce some amazing traits.

It's fascinating how they can combine genes from three different sources.

Definitely! I can't wait to see how they perform in the garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Trihybrid → It is formed from "tri-" (meaning three) and "hybrid" (from Latin "hybrida", meaning a mixture or offspring of different varieties). The word "trihybrid" refers to an organism that is a hybrid of three different genetic varieties.

Memory Tip

Think of 'three' ('tri-') different varieties mixing together ('hybrid') to remember that 'trihybrid' refers to an organism with three genetic backgrounds.

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