noun
- the number and visual appearance of the chromosomes in the cell nuclei of an organism or species
Usage: biology; genetics
Examples
- Scientists analyzed the karyotypes of both parent organisms.
- Human karyotypes typically contain 46 chromosomes.
- The lab technician prepared karyotypes from blood samples.
- Abnormal karyotypes can indicate genetic disorders.
- Researchers compared karyotypes across different species.
- The karyotypes revealed an extra chromosome in some cells.