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defined:
The number of chromosomes in a sperm or egg cell, half the diploid number.
explained:
Listen to a detailed explanation. (Requires the free RealPlayer download) Dr. Paul Meltzer, formerly of the National Human Genome Research Institute's Laboratory of Cancer Genetics, defines haploid.
relatedterms:
chromosome, diploid, genome
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