Monozygotic
Monozygotic
Monozygotic (pronunciation: /ˌmɒnəʊzaɪˈɡɒtɪk/), also known as identical twins, refers to the phenomenon where a single zygote (fertilized egg) splits into two or more embryos. These embryos share the same genetic material and are therefore genetically identical. The term "monozygotic" is derived from the Greek words "monos" (meaning single) and "zygon" (meaning yoke).
Etymology
The term "monozygotic" is derived from the Greek words "monos" (meaning single) and "zygon" (meaning yoke). This refers to the fact that monozygotic twins originate from a single fertilized egg.
Related Terms
- Zygote: A fertilized egg cell that results from the union of a sperm cell and an egg cell.
- Dizygotic: Refers to fraternal twins, where two separate eggs are fertilized by two separate sperm.
- Embryo: An early stage of development in multicellular organisms.
- Genetics: The study of genes, genetic variation, and heredity in living organisms.
See Also
- Twin: One of two offspring produced in the same pregnancy.
- Multiple Birth: The birth of more than one offspring from a single pregnancy.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Monozygotic
- Wikipedia's article - Monozygotic
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