tetrad Synonyms
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tetrad Meaning
Wordnet
tetrad (n)
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
Webster
tetrad (n.)
The number four; a collection of four things; a quaternion.
A tetravalent or quadrivalent atom or radical; as, carbon is a tetrad.
tetrad Sentence Examples
- During meiosis, homologous chromosomes pair up to form tetrads.
- The tetrads contain four chromatids, each with identical genetic information.
- Crossing over occurs between homologous chromosomes in the tetrads, leading to genetic recombination.
- The tetrads are aligned along the equator of the spindle during metaphase I of meiosis.
- The tetrads separate into individual dyads during anaphase I of meiosis.
- A tetrad consists of two pairs of identical sister chromatids.
- The tetrads are physically linked together by chiasmata.
- The formation of tetrads is crucial for the proper segregation of chromosomes during meiosis.
- Tetrads can be observed under a microscope during the prophase I stage of meiosis.
- The presence of tetrads indicates that meiosis is progressing normally.
FAQs About the word tetrad
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and oneThe number four; a collection of four things; a quaternion., A tetravalent or quadrivalent atom or radical;
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During meiosis, homologous chromosomes pair up to form tetrads.
The tetrads contain four chromatids, each with identical genetic information.
Crossing over occurs between homologous chromosomes in the tetrads, leading to genetic recombination.
The tetrads are aligned along the equator of the spindle during metaphase I of meiosis.
