gamodesmic

/ˌɡæmoʊdɪˈsmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or resembling a gamodeme; a group of organisms that differ from one another in the genetic makeup of their sex chromosomes.

“The gamodesmic organisms exhibited distinct characteristics in their reproductive cycles.”

Synonyms

  • chromosomal
  • sex-linked

Antonyms

  • genetic
  • homologous