bivalent

Definitions


[bʌɪˈveɪlənt], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- (of homologous chromosomes) associated in pairs


- inducing a protective immune response against two different types or strains of microorganism or virus


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Origin:
mid 19th century: from bi- ‘two’ + Latin valent- ‘being strong’ (from the verb valere)


[bʌɪˈveɪlənt], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a pair of homologous chromosomes


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Origin:
mid 19th century: from bi- ‘two’ + Latin valent- ‘being strong’ (from the verb valere)




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