Definition
diplont
noun
- An organism that has two sets of chromosomes (diploid) during most of its life cycle, with meiosis occurring only during sexual reproduction.
Usage: biology; technical
Examples
- Humans are diplonts, maintaining a diploid chromosome set throughout their lives.
- Most animals, including mammals and insects, are diplonts.
- In diplonts, meiosis produces haploid gametes for sexual reproduction.
- The diplont life cycle contrasts with haplonts, where the haploid stage dominates.
- Diplonts undergo mitosis to grow and repair tissues while maintaining their diploid state.