What does allelomorphism mean?
noun
The phenomenon of organisms or cells of the same species differing in their genetic makeup, often resulting in variations in physical characteristics or behavior. This term is used in biology and genetics to describe the coexistence of different forms or strains within a single species.
Example
"The study of allelomorphism revealed that the same species of plant could exhibit different growth patterns and flower colors depending on environmental factors."
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