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allelomorph

allelomorph

9.9
An alternative form of a gene at the same position on a chromosome that affects the same trait
  • noun
  • /ˌælɪˈloʊmɔrf/
  • Archaic
translation icon : alelomorfo
  • An allelomorph can determine flower color in plants.

Examples

  • Scientists discovered a new allelomorph responsible for flower color variation.

  • The concept of the allelomorph is crucial to understanding Mendelian genetics.

  • Although 'allele' is commonly used today, textbooks from the early 20th century often use allelomorph.

  • Different allelomorphs can lead to variations in traits.

  • Scientists discovered a new allelomorph responsible for flower color variation.

  • The concept of the allelomorph is crucial to understanding Mendelian genetics.

  • Different allelomorphs can lead to variations in traits.

Synonyms

allele
vsallelomorph
  • Specialized
17 7.4

One of two or more forms of a gene that control a body trait

is the older name now usually replaced by the modern term

Surface Forms

allelomorph singular
allelomorphs plural

Morphology

allelomorph = allele + morph (semi-transparent) = allelo + morph

Formed from 'allele' + 'morph' so the component meanings ('allele' = variant, 'morph' = form) directly combine, but both components are technical and unlikely to be known by average B1 learners.

Etymology

Allelomorph comes from Greek parts allel- ('one another') and -morph ('form' or 'shape'), so it means a 'different form' that is related to others. So, allelomorph is used for an alternative form of a gene that fits the same position on a chromosome.