What is another word for allotype?

Pronunciation: [ɐlˈɒta͡ɪp] (IPA)

Allotype refers to the variation of a protein within a species. Some synonyms for allotype include isoallotype, allozyme, and genetic polymorphism. Isoallotype refers to a particular variation of a protein that arises due to a difference in the amino acid sequence. Similarly, allozymes also refer to alternative forms of enzymes resulting from genetic variation. Genetic polymorphism encompasses all types of genetic variation that exist within a population. It can include variations in nucleotide sequence, structural variation or variations in the number of copies of a gene. Though these terms differ slightly, they are used interchangeably in research and literature to refer to the same concept.

What are the hypernyms for Allotype?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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