Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heterokaryotic
Adjective
/ˌhɛt.ə.roʊˈkæɹ.i.ɑː.tɪk/
Definition
Relating to a cell that contains two or more genetically different nuclei.
Examples
- The fungal mycelium was found to be heterokaryotic, indicating a mix of genetic material.
- In research, heterokaryotic cells have been used to study genetic interactions.
Meaning
Heterokaryotic describes a condition in which a cell has multiple nuclei that come from different parent organisms, often resulting from the fusion of cells.
Synonyms
- Multinucleate
- Heteroplasmic
